PBI Developer & Insight Manager - 12 month FTC

An exciting opportunity to join Birmingham Children’s Trust’s Trust Intelligence and Insight Centre (TIIC) on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (potential to be extended). As PBI Developer and Insight Manager, you will turn complex data into actionable insights, deliver impactful Power BI solutions, and help drive our digital and data strategy, shaping better outcomes for children and families every day. Bring your professional curiosity, ability to simplify complex concepts, and confidence in challenging conversations to make a real difference.

As PBI Developer and Insight Manager in TIIC, you will:

• Manage a team of PBI Report Writers and Analysts, and Senior Information & Intelligence Analysts overseeing the design, optimisation, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and reports that are insightful, user-friendly, and accessible, supporting statutory, performance, and operational reporting.
• Collaborate with service leaders, analysts, and ICT teams to turn complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions and improve outcomes for children, young people, and families.
• Lead on data migration and analytical reporting from the data lake, ensuring data accuracy, quality assurance, and compliance with governance standards.
• Provide training and guidance to stakeholders, enabling self-service reporting and building a culture of data literacy across the Trust.
• Promote diversity, equality, and continuous improvement through innovation and best practice in data management.

What you will bring:

• Professional qualification at degree level or equivalent (including relevant experience) covering Digital, Information Management, and Business Intelligence skills.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Advanced Power BI and data modelling skills (including DAX, Power Query, SQL).
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources and ensuring data quality.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• A passion for making a positive difference for Birmingham’s children and families.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

Benefits

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.