Principal Performance and Intelligence Officer Education

Adecco are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Performance and Intelligence Officer on behalf of our public sector client. The succesful candidate will join the Children, Young People & Education Directorate to support the timely and accurate processing of statutory school attainment data returns to the Department for Education (DfE).

• Principal Performance and Intelligence Officer
• Public Sector - Local Authority
• Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
• Temporary Role - 3 months, covering long-term sick leave
• £400 per day Umbrella
• Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office
• IT Equipment Provided
• ASAP start

This short-term engagement requires a candidate who can immediately contribute to the team's objectives. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the processing, validation, and submission of over 250 school returns, including:

• Early Years Foundation Stage Profile (EYFSP)
• Phonics Screening Check
• Key Stage 1 (non-statutory)

Applicants must demonstrate:

• In-depth knowledge of DfE data collection requirements for EYFSP, Phonics, and KS1
• Proficiency in using:
  • Nexus for uploading and quality assurance of school returns
  • DfE Collect for submission of statutory returns
  • School census data and education case management systems
• Advanced analytical skills and a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in data validation and quality assurance processes

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with schools and stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to data handling
• Ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiences
• Sound understanding of data protection legislation relevant to the role

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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