Career Grade Data Analyst / Information Officer

Contract type: 36 hours per week permanent contract

Salary: Career Grade G - I - £28,371 to £41,496 p.a. (pay award pending)

We are committed to investing and developing in our Business Support Team and making use of our apprenticeship levy funding to do so. As such, we are seeking a Career Grade Data Analyst / Information Officer to join our Team, reporting to the Business Support Unit Manager. This is a permanent contract within the Council’s Transactional HR, Payroll and Pensions Department.

You will assist in the administration, maintenance and development of reporting frameworks across all HR & payroll systems to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.  You will also assist in the creation, development and production of a wide range of HR, Payroll and Pensions management information, reporting and information-based solutions that will effectively support the Council. 

The Career Grade scheme offers excellent prospects for career development, with the scheme including a Progression Plan providing a pathway for employees to progress as their skills, knowledge and experience develop. The post covers three grades (Data Analyst / Information Officer (Lower Level), Data Analyst / Information Officer (Intermediate Level) and Information Officer (Higher Level). Successful candidates would be appointed at a grade commensurate with their experience.

At the entry grade, the post is offered at a Grade G, with the expectation and willingness for you to complete the Apprenticeship qualification. We will support your learning and development and progression through the career grades with a starting salary of £28,371 per annum.  Please note that the post will be terminated if the post holder fails to complete or leaves the course.

To join at the higher grades (Grade H or I), you will either have an NVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject, e.g. Data Analyst Apprenticeship Qualification (Level 4) or equivalent experience.

Progression through the Career Grade is dependent upon achieving and demonstrating both professional development (qualifications) and personal competency in the role as set out in the Job Description and Person Specification. 

About You

It is a requirement that you have Maths, English and ICT at Level 2 or equivalent to be able to apply.

It is a mandatory requirement for the post-holder appointed at Grade G (Lower Level) to undertake the Data Analyst Apprenticeship Qualification (Level 4).  Typical duration is 24 months followed by an End-Point Assessment (3 months).  You will be provided with 6 hours per week over the 24 months to access learning during working hours.

It is a mandatory requirement for the post-holder to undertake a 2 day course on Business Objects on iTrent (applicable to all grades). 

You must have a high level of digital confidence and be adept in the use of ICT resources and programmes along with the ability to understand and manage data.

You must be able to deliver a high degree of accuracy and provide attention to detail, with the ability to think clearly and analytically.  Excellent numeracy skills are required.

You will be part of the Council’s Business Support Team within Transactional HR, Payroll and Pensions as part of the Corporate Personnel team. 

The role involves office (Magdalen House Bootle) and home-based working. At all grades you will be fully supported with professional learning and development.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and progression criteria which are attached below.

On your application form, please state which job and grade you are applying for.

Suitable candidates will be invited for computer/ICT based assessment followed by  an interview and these will be held on either 9th or 10th May 2023 at

Sefton Corporate Learning Centre, Sandringham Road, Ainsdale.  PR8 2PJ 

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.