SW RIIA Performance and Insights Regional Lead

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.

(SEND & Benchmarking) South West Region

Fully Remote £450-£500 per day Interim Contract

We are seeking an experienced Performance & Insights Regional Lead to lead the South West Regional Benchmarking Programme, delivering high-quality performance intelligence, data analysis and strategic insight across local authorities and SEND partnerships.

Working closely with senior leaders, the South West RIIA and regional partners, you will coordinate benchmarking activity, analyse complex datasets, develop Power BI dashboards, and provide actionable intelligence to support service improvement and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regional benchmarking and performance reporting across South West local authorities.
• Analyse and interpret SEND and Children's Services performance data.
• Develop Power BI dashboards, reports and presentations.
• Chair and facilitate regional benchmarking and intelligence network meetings across the South West.
• Build strong relationships with Directors, Assistant Directors and senior stakeholders.
• Support inspection readiness, improvement activity and strategic planning.
• Line manage up to 3 Performance Data Analysts.
• Liaise with the DfE and regional partners regarding data returns and benchmarking requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Extensive Local Authority performance and intelligence experience.
• Strong knowledge of SEND, EHCP processes and Children's Services performance.
• Advanced Power BI and data visualisation skills.
• Experience leading benchmarking, insight or improvement programmes.
• Proven ability to chair and lead regional network meetings.
• Strong understanding of the South West local government landscape.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, presentation and communication skills.
• Experience managing analytical teams and delivering regional programmes.

Working Arrangements

• Fully remote.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Occasional travel across the South West for regional meetings and stakeholder events.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a Performance Lead, SEND Improvement Lead, Intelligence Manager, Benchmarking Manager, Regional Data Lead or Head of Performance to influence improvement across multiple local authorities and drive better outcomes for children, young people and families.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.