Trust Data & Insights Lead

The role in a nutshell

A rare opportunity to build something that matters This is a founding leadership role for someone to build a trust-wide data & insights function from the ground up and see their work make a tangible difference to pupils and schools. As the Trust’s Data & Insights Lead, you will be responsible for creating a single source of truth for trust-wide data, turning information from school systems into clear, trusted insight that supports strategic and operational decision-making. Working closely with the CEO, Executive Leaders and Principals, the post holder will design and operate simple, reliable data flows; deliver early, high-impact insight focused on improving outcomes for pupils and colleagues; and build a strong data culture rooted in trust, transparency and ethical use.

The candidate

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on data and business intelligence professional, motivated by the opportunity to build a trust-wide data and insights function from the ground up. They will bring strong experience in designing and managing data pipelines, data modelling and dashboard development, using tools such as Power BI (or similar), SQL, and Power Query/SSIS or Python. They will also be confident working across the full data life cycle from data extraction and transformation through to insight and reporting. Taking a pragmatic, MVP-led approach, focused on delivering early value and iterating based on real-world use, the ideal candidate will have a proven ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insight that supports effective decision-making at trust, academy and pupil group level. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, building confidence and trust in the data, alongside a strong understanding of data quality, governance and documentation, embedding robust standards and transparency from day one. Organised, proactive and comfortable working as the founding member of a new function, they will be values-driven, using data ethically and always focused on improving outcomes for pupils. We welcome applications from everyone who believes they meet the expectations of the role regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability. To ensure that our staff composition is representative of the communities we serve, applications from groups who are 3 currently under-represented in education including people with disabilities and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are particularly encouraged.

Safeguarding Statement

The Raleigh Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer Recruitment

Raleigh Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to protecting our pupils and staff and therefore have a rigorous recruitment process which includes assessing candidates’ suitability to work with children. All staff will be required to hold an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Equal Opportunities

At Raleigh Education Trust we believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all. All people who work and study in the school have the right to be respected and valued within a safe and secure environment and not to be discriminated against on the grounds of age, class, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation and religion or belief.