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Bristol City Council

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You need strong data analysis experience in public sector contexts, ability to handle multi-agency datasets, understanding of exploitation issues, and skills in presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
  • You will analyze data, produce reports, develop strategies, identify trends, and support operational resources while attending briefings and updating intelligence logs.

Requirements

  • Has strong experience in data analysis, particularly in public sector or safeguarding contexts.
  • Can work confidently with multi-agency datasets and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
  • Understands issues around exploitation, youth violence, and contextual safeguarding.
  • Are comfortable presenting findings to senior stakeholders and contributing to strategic decision-making.
  • Is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of analytical products and strategies focused on harm outside the home, supporting senior managers in tasking and deploying operational resources.
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret data from a wide range of agencies, including crime and safeguarding datasets, to inform strategic planning and service delivery.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to drive performance management across the Adolescent Team and wider partnership.
  • Produce regular intelligence reports and performance dashboards for key meetings and boards, including MACE and strategic forums.
  • Develop problem profiles and analytical outputs to identify patterns of exploitation, violence, and crime affecting young people in Bristol.
  • Support the Safer Connections Team in using intelligence to understand risk, improve data collection and monitoring, and enhance systems and processes.
  • Contribute to the development of the KBSP data and intelligence group, helping shape city-wide approaches to tackling harm outside the home.
  • Daily: Attend briefings and maintain the data/intelligence log.
  • Weekly: Report intelligence summaries at team briefings.
  • Monthly: Deliver data and intelligence products for MACE meetings.
  • Quarterly: Produce strategic reports on extra-familial risks and harms.
  • Monitor and analyse city-wide data trends to inform operational priorities.
  • Maintain and update intelligence logs and analytical tools.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position being advertised?

The job title is Data Analyst.

What is the duration of the employment for this role?

The contract is full-time and fixed-term for 2 years.

What will be the primary focus of the Data Analyst role?

The primary focus will be supporting strategic and operational responses to extra-familial risk and harm outside the home.

What kind of skills are we looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for strong experience in data analysis, particularly in public sector or safeguarding contexts, as well as proficiency in translating complex data into actionable insights.

Will the role involve working with multi-agency datasets?

Yes, the role requires the ability to confidently work with multi-agency datasets.

Are there any specific issues a candidate should understand?

Yes, candidates should understand issues around exploitation, youth violence, and contextual safeguarding.

Is presenting findings to senior stakeholders part of the job?

Yes, candidates should be comfortable presenting findings to senior stakeholders and contributing to strategic decision-making.

Will there be a background check required for this position?

Yes, this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Can you provide information on the work environment at Bristol City Council?

Yes, the work environment is fast-moving and supportive, allowing you to use and develop your skills within a high-profile organization.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees receive a rewards package including flexible working and flexi-time, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance.

How should candidates apply for this position?

Candidates should demonstrate how they meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the application to be shortlisted for an interview.

Are references required for candidates offered the job?

Yes, references will be requested for candidates that have been offered the job, particularly if an Enhanced DBS check is needed.

Does Bristol City Council have a commitment to diversity in hiring?

Yes, Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly those currently under-represented.

Is there any support for disabled applicants?

Yes, Bristol City Council is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees an interview for applicants who consider themselves disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification.

Who can candidates contact for further information about the job?

Candidates can e-mail Chrystal Stevens for further information.

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