Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data Analyst

Join the NSW Department of Education as a Senior Data Analyst (Clerk Grade 9/10)

We are excited to announce an opening for a Senior Data Analyst within our Teaching and Learning Support directorate.

• Location:
Parramatta,
with some access to various NSW Education offices and flexible working arrangements available

• Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10 with base salary ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 per annum, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

• Temporary full-time opportunity up to 28 January 2029, with possibility for extension or conversion to ongoing

About the Department of Education

At the
NSW Department of Education,
we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Teaching and Learning Support directorate

The Teaching and Learning Support (TLS) directorate enables schools, teachers and the system to support all learners to effectively and equitably access and engage with the curriculum to reach their potential. TLS develops and delivers evidence-based professional learning, resources and advice to schools to enable the provision of an outstanding education for every learner.

About Targeted Programs and Implementation Support

The Targeted Programs and Implementation Support (TPIS) unit co-designs, delivers, and strengthens high quality programs and initiatives focused on enhancing effective educator practices and improving student learning outcomes in schools. We achieve this through intentional collaborations within TPIS, across the Teaching and Learning Support directorate (TLS), and throughout the department in the following ways:

• Enabling program effectiveness by leading the evaluation of programs and initiatives provided by TLS, to ensure they are driven by evidence and informed by an ongoing understanding of their impact.

• Leading the development and co-design of digital professional learning and resources across TLS and throughout the department.

• Delivering high quality, evidence-based professional learning, resources, and expert advice to support:

• The delivery of the Small Group Tuition program,

• Secondary teachers' strengthened capacity to lift academic writing within KLAs in Stages 4 and 5, and

• Schools' effective use of data, evidence, and evaluation practices, aligned with improvement measures.

About the role

The Senior Data Analyst is responsible for undertaking complex data analysis and providing insights to guide the directorate's decision-making around the evaluation of programs. This role will select the most appropriate statistical techniques, interpret output from analyses, and draw evidence-based conclusions to inform program evaluations.

About you

You are a highly analytical and detail-oriented data professional with strong expertise in end-to-end analytics workflows—from cleaning and modelling data, to developing predictive insights using statistical techniques (such as regressions), and delivering engaging, interactive dashboards and reports via Power BI and MS PowerPoint presentations. You'll bring a deep understanding of data structures, analysis, and storytelling, and be comfortable working across diverse datasets. Your collaborative approach, strong communication skills, and ability to prioritise in dynamic environments ensure that your work consistently supports high-quality, timely, and impactful evaluations.

Key knowledge and experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in applying statistical methodologies (e.g., linear and logistic regression, time-series analysis) to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for advanced analysis or automation.

• Experience in Power BI, including DAX, data modelling, and dashboard design

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience in data science, quantitative research, statistics, or applied analytics.

• A collaborative approach and excellent communication skills to support translation of data into actionable insights.

• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's
Aboriginal Education Policy
and upholding the
Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG
and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements:

• Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the
value of public education

Why Join Us?

• Be part of Australia's largest education system

• Work in a dynamic, inclusive team committed to excellence and equity

• 35 hour working week

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements

• Flex leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions

• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

• Fitness Passport

• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking '
Apply Online'
and attaching a
resume
(maximum 5 pages) &
cover letter
(maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities for the role.

Please refer to
the Applicant's Guide to Applying
to assist you with your application.

Applications close: Sunday 24 August 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)

For role enquires please contact Sofia Ahmed via email on

Note
: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role
. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the
website
for more information.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the
Diversity and Inclusion Team )
or visit
NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.