Job Description
Salary £25,989-£28,142 per annum | Permanent | Full Time – 37 hours per week
The role focuses on specialist technical support with a strong emphasis on advanced data analysis and Excel expertise. You will support statutory duties, track participation status for over 30,000 young people aged 16 and 17 in Lancashire, and contribute to the Education Strategy 2022-2025 priorities.
Base location: County Hall, Preston – flexible working arrangements are available. The position is open to local candidates only and does not offer international sponsorship.
Qualifications & Experience
- Strong skills in data processing and handling
- Advanced Excel skills within Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of or experience with data systems
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Good analytical ability
- Experience working collaboratively within a team
- Ability to meet deadlines effectively
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- 26 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after five years of continuous service (pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to staff discount schemes such as Vivup, major UK retailers, supermarkets, technology, fashion, and travel
Application Process
Please upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria. Applications may not be shortlisted without this evidence.
Closing date: 25 June 2026. Interview dates: 15 and 16 July 2026.
Legal: The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions). Successful applicants will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications is received.
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