Senior PBI Report & Insight Manager - 12 month FTC

TRUST INTELLIGENCE AND INSIGHT CENTRE (TIIC).

Who are we?

‘Working Together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in.’ The sole purpose of Birmingham Children’s Trust is to make a positive difference for children, young people and families in the city, by driving up the quality of practice and partnerships across the city and its services.

Every employee from Family Support and Social Workers to Finance and Legal, work together to make a positive difference to children, young people and families. We are one team, and each have an important role to play in achieving the Trusts objectives.

Birmingham Children’s Trust Leadership team comprises of six Executive Directors who are responsible for leading and managing the Trust to be an autonomous and high performing organisation.

Our Vision

Our vision is to build a Trust that provides excellent social work and family support for and with the city’s most vulnerable children, young people and families.

We will do this:

• With compassion and with care through positive relationships, building on strengths.
• In collaboration with children, young people, families and partners.
• By listening, involving and including.
• In ways that are efficient and deliver value for money.

Success will mean significant progress towards these outcomes:

• Healthy, happy, resilient children living in families.
• Families able to make positive changes.
• Children able to attend, learn and achieve at school.
• Young people ready for and contributing to adult life.
• Children and young people safe from harm.

To find out more please visit our website https://www.birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk/

SENIOR PBI REPORT AND INSIGHT MANAGER

An exciting opportunity to join Birmingham Children’s Trust’s ‘Trust Intelligence and Insight Centre’ (TIIC). As Senior PBI Report and Insight Manager on 12 month contract with the potential for an extension, you will lead a team driving our digital and data strategy, turning complex data into actionable insights that deliver positive change for children and families. Use your professional curiosity, ability to simplify complex concepts, and confidence in challenging conversations to shape how we use data, influence decision-making, and champion innovation across the Trust.

About The Role

As Senior PBI Report and Insight Manager in TIIC, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of PBI Developer and Insight Manager, Insight and Intelligence Managers and PBI Report Writers and Analysts, overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of complex Power BI reports and dashboards that inform strategic decisions and statutory reporting.
• Champion business intelligence and insight initiatives, identifying innovative technologies and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and operational teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, supporting service delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Drive Ofsted readiness and inspection support, ensuring the Trust’s data and reporting infrastructure is robust, accurate, and ready for scrutiny.
• Model resilience and professional curiosity, supporting your team and the wider workforce through high-pressure periods and emotionally demanding challenges.
• Promote equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work, ensuring the Trust is a place for people to be their best, authentic selves.

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 expertise in Power BI, SQL, and data warehousing.
• Proven leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Experience in statutory reporting, performance analysis, and quality assurance.
• The ability to communicate complex information with clarity and empathy.
• A commitment to safeguarding, continuous learning, and service excellence.

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.