Safeguarding Insight Analyst

Bright Horizons UK

Safeguarding Insight Analyst transforming data into actionable insights for risk reduction and continuous improvement. Supporting leaders with data-driven decision-making for better safeguarding outcomes.

Posted 7/31/2026full-time🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £43,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in data analysis, reporting, and visualization, particularly using Power BI and Excel, to drive insights and support safeguarding improvements. Proficient in translating complex data into actionable recommendations for strategic decision-making in regulated environments.

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Power BI Dashboard DevelopmentData Analysis and VisualizationTrend Analysis and ForecastingData Governance and Quality AssuranceKPI Reporting Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData VisualizationForecastingSQLExcelReporting FrameworksKPI DevelopmentData ModellingAnalytical ModelsRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailStorytellingCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Power BIExcelData Querying ToolsReporting PlatformsAutomated Reporting Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Professional Qualification in Data AnalysisRelevant Professional Qualification in SafeguardingRelevant Professional Qualification in Risk Management

Industry Keywords

SafeguardingComplianceRegulatory StandardsQuality AssuranceEarly YearsEducationChildcareHealthcareData GovernanceInspection Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transforming safeguarding, investigational, compliance and regulatory data into actionable insights that support risk reduction, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement
Developing reporting, dashboards, forecasting and analytical models that enable leaders to identify emerging trends, monitor performance and make evidence-based decisions
Supporting forecasting, organisation-wide learning and continuous improvement
Providing risk-based monitoring and quality assurance oversight to strengthen safeguarding practice, compliance and outcomes
Analyzing safeguarding, compliance and operational data to identify trends, patterns, anomalies and emerging risks
Providing insight into safeguarding activity, incident themes, regulatory performance and organisational risk indicators
Building dashboards and reporting frameworks that provide visibility of key safeguarding KPIs and performance measures
Generating actionable insights and recommendations that support safeguarding improvements and risk mitigation
Conducting deep-dive investigations into safeguarding themes, identifying root causes and opportunities for intervention
Developing forecasting and predictive insight models to anticipate safeguarding trends, workload demand and organisational risks
Monitoring safeguarding performance indicators and providing early warning intelligence on emerging concerns
Supporting the evaluation of safeguarding initiatives, interventions and improvement activities through data-led analysis
Using data and insight to inform resource planning, prioritisation and strategic decision making
Building and maintaining Power BI dashboards and automated reporting solutions for safeguarding metrics
Producing accurate, timely and insightful reports for safeguarding leaders, operational teams and executive stakeholders
Ensuring reporting is accessible, meaningful and supports action at local, regional and organisational levels
Translating complex data into clear visualisations and compelling narratives for non-technical audiences
Act as the data steward for safeguarding reporting and analytics
Ensuring safeguarding data is accurate, consistent and reliable across systems and reporting platforms
Collaborating with safeguarding, operational, people and compliance teams to understand business challenges and develop analytical solutions
Supporting senior leaders with insight-led recommendations and evidence for strategic decisions
Presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels
Enabling organisational learning by identifying trends and sharing insights that improve safeguarding capability and outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong proficiency with Power BI, including data modelling, visualisation and dashboard development
Advanced Excel capability
Experience analysing large and complex datasets from multiple sources
Experience developing reporting frameworks, KPI dashboards and management information
Knowledge of SQL or other data querying tools desirable
Understanding of data governance, quality assurance and reporting best practice
Ability to translate business questions into analytical approaches and meaningful insights
Strong trend analysis, forecasting and problem-solving capability
Experience presenting complex information in a simple, engaging and actionable way
Strong data visualisation and storytelling skills
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Experience within early years, education, childcare, healthcare or other regulated safeguarding environments (Desired)
Experience of working with safeguarding case data or compliance/audit frameworks (Desired)
Knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, standards or inspection frameworks (Desired)
Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g. Data Analytics, Social Care, Business or similar) – Desirable
Relevant professional qualification in data analysis, safeguarding or risk management – Desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working and holiday entitlements
Discounted childcare
Quarterly Employee Appreciation Weeks
Annual gala award evening
Fantastic range of discounts on high street retailers, grocery stores, cinema tickets, holidays and more
Wide range of wellbeing resources, supporting our teams for the ups and downs of daily life