Data Analyst

Join Our Team as a Data Analyst!

Location: Bromsgrove

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum

Why Choose Us?

At Polaris Community, we are proud to be one of the UK's largest children's services providers and the first independent fostering provider in the country. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and young people across the UK, from Glasgow to Plymouth and Belfast to London. Join our dedicated team and make a real difference!

What We Offer:

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

Your Role:

As a Data Analyst, you will be a vital part of our small, central Information & Performance team. Here’s what you can expect:

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

This is a unique opportunity to work in a complex and meaningful environment where your contributions genuinely matter!

What We're Looking For:

We want someone who thrives on challenges and is eager to learn. If you enjoy diving into problems and finding solutions, you might be the perfect fit!

Technical Skills:

• Solid 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.
• Comfort with MS Office, especially Excel and formula writing.
• Exposure to PowerShell, CMD, VBA, or similar scripting is a bonus.
• Experience with Power Automate and familiarity with SharePoint is advantageous.
• A SQL Server certification is helpful but not essential; we value your skills over your credentials.

Beyond the Technical:

• A relentless curiosity and a passion for problem-solving.
• 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 would love to hear from you! Join us in our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Note: The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check, paid for by Polaris. We are an equal opportunities employer and have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.