Support Data Analyst

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Support Data Analyst

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

Temporary Full-Time until 31 December 2026
Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
$105077. Package includes salary ($84659 - $92701) employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

About the role

The Support Data Analyst provides a range of research analysis and administrative services to support the development and implementation of the Departments early childhood education policy and programs.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you

You have experience in using statistical software including R Python Stata or similar for data analysis.
You have experience in working with relational databases e.g. Microsoft SQL server Oracle or similar and proficient with SQL programming languages.
You have a commitment to ethical uses of data including an understanding of privacy data governance and data sovereignty.
You have good research and analytical skills and good oral and written communication skills.
You are a result driven individual who thrives on providing the desired outcomes.

Capable working as a team member as well as independently.
You have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline including economics econometrics demography social science and/or statistics will be highly regarded.
Adaptable with excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Departments Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Departments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent knowledge and/or experience
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Hold a valid clearance to work with children (Working with Children Check).

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive salary sacrificing employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing an answer to the pre-screening questions below:

Pre-screening Question 1

What would you bring to this opportunity and what it will provide to you (500 words max)

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience insights and alignment with the Departments values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicants Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking Apply Now.

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.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens permanent residents New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date 16 March 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Leanne Luong Manager Analytics & Insights at

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 recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment 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.

Required Experience:

Support Data AnalystAt the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training. Temporary Full-Time until 31 December 2026Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available$105077. Package i...