Data Analyst

Join Our Team at Polaris!

Role: Data Analyst

Location: Bromsgrove

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum

Why Work With Us?

• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
• Bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Free On-site Parking

About Polaris Community

Polaris Community is proud to be one of the UK’s largest providers of children’s services and the first independent fostering provider in the country. We deliver a range of vital services, including fostering, residential care, specialist education, adoption, therapy, and leaving care services, supporting children and young people from Glasgow to Plymouth, Belfast to London.

At the heart of our operations is a dedicated Information & Performance team that ensures our data flows seamlessly. We’re on the lookout for a passionate Data Analyst to join our dynamic team!

What You’ll Do

As a Data Analyst, you will:

• Manage a central SQL Server environment with SSRS reporting, pulling data from various third-party platforms.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines using SSIS, Power Automate, PowerShell, and batch scripts.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of stored procedures.
• Deliver self-service reporting to stakeholders across the organization.
• Handle a variety of ad-hoc data requests, analysis, and report development across our services.

This role offers a complex and meaningful environment where your work will directly support services for vulnerable children across the country. You’ll be part of a small team, which means your contributions truly matter!

What We’re Looking For

We seek a proactive problem-solver who thrives on challenges. If you encounter an unfamiliar issue, you dive in, explore, and find solutions rather than just seeking quick fixes. Here’s what you’ll need:

Technical Skills

• Strong T-SQL skills, including reading, writing, and troubleshooting queries.
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and report development.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Agent.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and formula writing.
• Exposure to PowerShell, CMD, VBA, or similar scripting is a plus.
• Experience with Power Automate and familiarity with SharePoint would be advantageous.

A SQL Server certification is a bonus, but what truly matters is your ability to deliver results!

Beyond the Technical

• A relentless curiosity and a passion for learning.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of challenges.
• Confidence in collaborating with non-technical stakeholders to understand their needs.
• A genuine appetite for self-directed learning; this is essential for success in this role.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Commitment

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will undergo a DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.