2 x Data Analysts - Contract - Education - Remote

Data / Technical Analyst - Education
2 x contract openings
Remotely based
3 months initially (potential to extend)
Up to £380pd
(No PSCs/Limited Companies permitted to work with this client)

NB. We will only be considering candidates with no notice periods due to the speed in which the business need these individuals to start. Interviews to be held w/c 3rd August.

Technical and Statistical Intelligence Team
My leading education client are looking for 2 x data / technical analysts to join their existing team (c10 people).
The work involves sensitive data in results information, and involves working with large data sets. Some experience of Python or R would be highly beneficial, however a background in MS Office (in particular Excel & formulas) is manageable.

Purpose
As agreed and directed by the Head of TSI, the Technical Analyst will:

• Support the TSI team with all aspects of data and statistical analyses, modelling, and in particular, the provision of awarding data, as required;
• undertake the analyses of examination data including statistical and psychometric analyses of outcomes and performance.
• Translate and present data in a meaningful way for use in both awarding qualifications and in post-results monitoring reports.
• Assist with the production and disseminating of data to external stakeholders.
• work closely with colleagues as necessary, to ensure effective communication, co-operation and implementation of Pearson policy and planning

Accountabilities
Statistical/Research Function:

• ensure that all analyses are completed to schedule and to a high quality, taking responsibility for aspects of the management of projects, as agreed.
• manage the production of awarding statistics for GCSE, AS/A level, BTEC and International and any other qualifications and associated post-examination evaluation analyses.
• contribute to the discussion on the assessment methodologies and examination structures to ensure that information needs are met.