Lead Analyst - Best Start Family and Youth Hubs
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £44,289 to £45,850 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 May 2026 |
| Location: | County Hall, Lewes, BN7 1UE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | East Sussex County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3084 |
Summary
Can you use your reporting skills to help us ensure that we offer the best possible support to the young people and families that we care for? If so, this Lead Analyst role could be the job for you.
The Lead Analyst will build a framework that captures the interface between service delivery and outcomes for children & families. You will monitor progress, set benchmarking, build evidence base and evaluate impact through a clear understanding of reporting cycles and meeting requirements. You will work between the data team and operational managers to ensure that interventions offered are in line with the strategy outcomes and to identify where new interventions are to be developed.
This role requires someone who is able to engage with many stakeholders, work autonomously and be creative.
We are looking for motivated individuals who can:
Maintain an appropriate awareness of professional, technical and legislative requirements and changes to the Best Start in Life Family Hubs and Youth Hubs Strategies to support effective local delivery of the programmes
Use internal and national benchmarking data for self-assessment purposes and to support managers to set clear and achievable outcome measures for service delivery
Continuously monitor and review the effectiveness of performance monitoring systems, outcomes and processes ensuring these demonstrate the effectiveness of interventions, achieving best value for stakeholders and customers
This role will can have a meaningful impact to children and families and make a positive impact to their lives.
Please download the job description and person specification for more information.
We will be shortlisting people for interview based upon a few key aspects, so please make sure these are evident in your CV or supporting statement.
Strong business analysis skills and experience.
Ability to present complex information clearly verbally and in writing.
Understanding of national agendas relevant to Best Start Family Hubs and Youth work Strategies and best practice in early intervention services.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 12 May, at St Mary's House, Eastbourne.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
East Sussex County Council are dedicated to giving our staff the opportunity to train and develop and we offer an extensive training library and actively encourage this opportunity to all our staff.
We also offer an excellent benefits package that caters to a variety of aspects, including wellbeing of staff. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal chat about the role then please contact the Data & Information Manager. Luke Ede. Luke.ede@eastsussex.gov.uk.
'The best thing about working for East Sussex is knowing every person who works here cares about our residents and wants to achieve the best outcomes for them.' Casey, Project Officer
About Us
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
The Lead Analyst will build a framework that captures the interface between service delivery and outcomes for children & families. You will monitor progress, set benchmarking, build evidence base and evaluate impact through a clear understanding of reporting cycles and meeting requirements. You will work between the data team and operational managers to ensure that interventions offered are in line with the strategy outcomes and to identify where new interventions are to be developed.
This role requires someone who is able to engage with many stakeholders, work autonomously and be creative.
We are looking for motivated individuals who can:
Maintain an appropriate awareness of professional, technical and legislative requirements and changes to the Best Start in Life Family Hubs and Youth Hubs Strategies to support effective local delivery of the programmes
Use internal and national benchmarking data for self-assessment purposes and to support managers to set clear and achievable outcome measures for service delivery
Continuously monitor and review the effectiveness of performance monitoring systems, outcomes and processes ensuring these demonstrate the effectiveness of interventions, achieving best value for stakeholders and customers
This role will can have a meaningful impact to children and families and make a positive impact to their lives.
Please download the job description and person specification for more information.
We will be shortlisting people for interview based upon a few key aspects, so please make sure these are evident in your CV or supporting statement.
Strong business analysis skills and experience.
Ability to present complex information clearly verbally and in writing.
Understanding of national agendas relevant to Best Start Family Hubs and Youth work Strategies and best practice in early intervention services.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 12 May, at St Mary's House, Eastbourne.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
East Sussex County Council are dedicated to giving our staff the opportunity to train and develop and we offer an extensive training library and actively encourage this opportunity to all our staff.
We also offer an excellent benefits package that caters to a variety of aspects, including wellbeing of staff. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal chat about the role then please contact the Data & Information Manager. Luke Ede. Luke.ede@eastsussex.gov.uk.
'The best thing about working for East Sussex is knowing every person who works here cares about our residents and wants to achieve the best outcomes for them.' Casey, Project Officer
About Us
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
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