Ofsted

About the Company

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. We report directly to Parliament and we are independent and impartial. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. We also inspect and regulate services which care for children and young people.

Every week, we carry out hundreds of inspections and regulatory visits throughout England.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Ofsted

Job Title

Personal Assistant

Job Description

**Job Title:** Personal Assistant **Role Summary:** Provide high‑level administrative and executive support to one or more Deputy Directors for Education. Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, handle correspondence, and oversee day‑to‑day operations to ensure seamless support for senior leadership. **Expectations:** * Deliver prompt, accurate assistance in a fast‑paced, professional setting. * Handle shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and confidential information with discretion. * Act independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams. * Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders across all levels. **Key Responsibilities:** * Schedule and manage complex calendars, appointments and travel arrangements for senior leaders. * Prepare, edit and distribute correspondence, reports, agendas and minutes. * Coordinate meetings, briefings and events, liaising with partners and stakeholders. * Administer and maintain databases, filing systems and document management tools. * Anticipate and proactively address the administrative needs of Deputy Directors. * Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection and governance standards. **Required Skills:** * Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or senior administrative support role to senior leaders in a fast‑paced environment. * Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to tailor messages to a range of audiences. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, OneNote, Teams). * Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines and maintain flexibility. * Independent decision‑making coupled with collaborative teamwork. * Attention to detail, accuracy and sound judgement. **Required Education & Certifications:** * No specific degree or certification mandated; equivalence may be demonstrated through relevant experience and skill set.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

10-02-2026

Company Name

Ofsted

Job Title

Associate Data Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Associate Data Engineer **Role Summary:** Develop and maintain data products for internal and external stakeholders, leveraging SQL, Excel, and Power Platform tools (Power BI, Power Automate). Focus on data extraction, quality assurance, analysis, and contribution to business intelligence reporting. Support inspection analysis and management information while adhering to quality standards in a collaborative team environment. **Expectations:** - Deliver high-quality data outputs under tight deadlines. - Apply rigorous data-handling and quality assurance practices. - Collaborate with a supportive team to address diverse data requests. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design, build, and maintain data products (e.g., reports, dashboards) using SQL Server, Power BI, and Excel. - Extract, validate, and analyze structured/unstructured data to support business intelligence initiatives. - Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with quality standards. - Support inspection analysis and generate management information reports. - Assist in optimizing data workflows and resolving technical/operational issues. **Required Skills:** - Data handling, quality assurance, and analytical techniques. - Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, Excel, and Power BI/Power Automate. - Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. - Effective written/verbal communication and negotiation. - Organizational and administrative skills for workflow management. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-level) in a numerate subject or equivalent professional experience. - No specific certifications required.

Birmingham, United kingdom

Hybrid

05-03-2026