Nottinghamshire County Council

Join Nottinghamshire County Council, a dedicated team committed to serving our Nottinghamshire County Council is looking to recruit two Business Analysts to work in the Strategic Insight Unit, working across the authority to support a wide range of continuous improvement, transformation and change initiatives. The work is diverse due to the many services we deliver and utilises a range of analytical methodologies such as systems thinking, lean, and predictive analytics. We seek to provide actionable insights and recommendations that help stakeholders make critical and informed decisions. This is a demanding role ideally suited to a person who has experience of working in a complex local authority/similar public sector environment, and an excellent understanding of the current issues, challenges, and developments involved. Strong candidates will demonstrate experience of working beyond financial/IT analysis. The role will be expected to: Undertake detailed diagnostics including root cause analysis Help to collaboratively generate and evaluate potential improvement and change options against a range of criteria Analyse current and forecast service demand/need, supply, utilisation, performance, and impact Apply understanding of the structures, inter-relationships and behaviours of complex systems and the processes within them. Support the development of business cases and the identification, assessment and tracking of anticipated benefits, disbenefits, risks, issues, costs Integrate, analyse and interpret large and complex data-sets and information sources in various formats Understand, develop and manage complex stakeholder relationships effectively. Work closely with colleagues in the Strategic Insight Unit and wider Transformation and Change Group to support a culture of inclusion, cohesion, collaboration, creativity and continuous learning We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate business analysis experience in their own words, drawing on specific, real life examples from their work in complex organisational environments. Applications that rely on generic descriptions of business analysis, stock phrases, or formulaic responses are unlikely to score well. We are interested in how you think, work, and learn as a business analyst - not textbook or template answers. For an informal discussion about the post please contact: Laurie Heighway, Strategic Insight Unit Manager on 0 or by email on For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Laurie Heighway on or by email . Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more. Nottinghamshire County Council 2K subscribers We are looking to recruit as part of the on-going commitment to adopter participation and incorporating lived experience into Adoption East Midlands service development and wider support offer. Peers4Peers is a peer support service within Adoption East Midlands (AEM), created and delivered by adopters for adopters. Peers4Peers was developed to: Create a welcoming community that provides informal peer support Offer different forms of peer support, recognising the bravery it takes to seek help Value and prioritise the lived experiences of adopters Build a community that listens, is supportive, and truly "gets it" This post supports the continued development of adopter voice, participation, and lived experience within our service offer. You will work creatively alongside AEM staff to support and develop the Peers4Peers adopter peer mentoring service. This includes the recruitment, training, development, and ongoing support of experienced adopter peer mentor volunteers. Peers4Peers enables peer mentors to support adopters at different stages of their adoption journey through: Short-term one-to-one support Small group sessions Drop-in sessions The Peer Network Coordinator will: Provide advice and guidance to peer mentors while acting as a positive role model Engage and support peer mentors, enabling their active participation across the service Support the inclusion of adopter lived experience within AEM training offers Enable peer mentors to contribute to service development through co-production Positively influence and represent the voice of adopters across the region You will be: An experienced adoptive parent Passionate about peer mentoring and community support Comfortable sharing aspects of your lived experience in a range of settings An excellent communicator with strong listening and relationship-building skills Confident maintaining a virtual presence within the adoption community via the AEM website and social media As this is a regional role covering Nottinghamshire, Nottingham City, Derbyshire, and Derby City, a willingness and ability to travel across the area is essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a creative and meaningful project. You will receive: Regular supervision Ongoing training Opportunities to develop your skills A supportive and friendly working environment The recruitment process will include: An informal group interview with the existing Family Peer Network Coordinator to explore the role and ask questions (Weds 3rd June) A formal interview (Monday 8th June) We particularly welcome applications from male applicants and applicants from the global majority. For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Victoria Pike on or by email . Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on beingaccredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under theDisability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme)we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Peer Network Coordinator to enhance the Peers4Peers adopter peer mentoring service. The role involves recruiting and supporting experienced adopter mentors to assist adopters at various stages. Ideal candidates are experienced adoptive parents with strong communication skills. This position promises a creative project environment with ongoing training and supervision.