Performance Analyst – Children’s Services

Job Description – Performance Analyst (Children’s Services)
Rate: £300-£350 UmbrellaIR35: Inside IR35Contract Length: 3 monthsLocation: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Performance Analyst to support a Local Authority within Children’s Services. The role will focus on delivering accurate and timely statutory returns, with a key emphasis on the CiN Census and SSDA903.
This is a hands on role requiring strong data analysis, system knowledge and stakeholder engagement across multiple service areas.
Key Responsibilities Lead on the preparation, validation and submission of statutory returns, specifically: Children in Need Census (CiN)
SSDA903 Return Ensure data accuracy, completeness and compliance with statutory requirements
Work with service areas to identify and resolve data quality issues
Extract, analyse and interpret data from case management systems
Support continuous improvement of data quality and reporting processes
Collaborate with stakeholders across Children’s Services, Lifelong Learning and Families
Provide insight and performance reporting to support decision making
Maintain documentation and audit trails for submissions Key Requirements Proven experience as a Performance Analyst within Local Government
Strong background in Children’s Social Care data and reporting
Experience delivering statutory returns including CiN Census and SSDA903
Working knowledge of case management systems, ideally Mosaic
Strong data analysis and data quality management skills
Experience working with large datasets and performance reporting
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast paced environment Desirable Experience within Children, Lifelong Learning or Families services
Advanced Excel or Power BI skills
Experience improving data quality frameworks and processes *Rates depend on experience and client requirements