OverviewFull-time, 36.5 hours per week (hybrid working - typically 1-2 days a week and be able to attend key meetings across Birmingham in person when required).Are you looking to make a difference to over 40,000 children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families in Birmingham? Birmingham's SEND services are growing as part of the council's long-term commitment to children, young people and their families with more than 150 permanent roles being created. We are putting evidence and a data-driven approach at the heart of SEND improvement to identify and respond to Children and Young People\'s needs effectively. We are looking for motivated people who combine a passion for SEND with proven analytical skills and experience to join us and make a meaningful impact in this priority area. You will be joining a newly established SEND Evidence and Analysis team providing support, evidence and analysis to a range of operational, corporate, statutory and strategic users. The team will be responsible for the availability, accuracy, assurance, and analysis of a range of SEND data (characteristics, needs, services, outcomes) to provide impactful insights to SEND service providers and users. This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience to ensure timely and trusted evidence is central to improvements we are delivering for Birmingham families. To be part of this dynamic and growing team please get in touch.We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve. Supporting statements provided as part of your application should be no longer than two A4 pages.ResponsibilitiesUsing your experience of data management and quality assurance you will ensure that improvements to SEND services are based on timely and trusted information.Interpret data to inform actions and provide timely and tailored evidence to a range of users to inform good practice and improve service performance and outcomes, with strong presentation skills.Use your skills and experience in using various IT applications and knowledge of relevant legislation to ensure that SEND data from collection, through to storage to analysis is managed and used safely and effectively.Apply your communication and engagement skills to support, motivate and challenge colleagues and teams to ensure services are evidence-based and delivering effectively.With experience in managing teams, help establish and meet realistic, user-focused and impactful outcomes that improve services for Children and Young People.QualificationsExperience of data management and quality assurance.Ability to interpret data and present insights to inform actions and improvements.Experience using various IT applications and knowledge of relevant legislation.Experience in managing teams and delivering outcomes.Strong communication and engagement skills.Application processPlease upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. The Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words.We cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached.Equality, diversity and inclusion and other requirementsBirmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way we can support you through your application. We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.Additional informationWorking for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it\'s about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city. The Council is a fantastic place to work, offering challenging but supportive environments. There is a clear vision to ensure the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, with a focus on five priorities: A Prosperous Birmingham: inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.An Inclusive Birmingham: tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.A Safe Birmingham: making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.A Healthy Birmingham: tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.A Green Birmingham: improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.We see the Council\'s role as providing strategic leadership and ensuring the provision of services for all by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments. #J-18808-Ljbffr