Job Description - Performance Analyst (Children’s Services)Rate: £300-£350 Umbrella
IR35: Inside IR35
Contract Length: 3 months
Location: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite
OverviewWe 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