Job Description

Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC622785
Salary Range: 48,948 - 54,423 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Temporary (18 months)
Closing Date: 4 January 2026
Interview Date: 13 & 14 January 2026
The Role:
Joining our Data and Systems Team as a skilled Data Architect, passionate about data architecture and digital transformation, you'll support the SEN Digital Optimisation Programme, which aims to transform how services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) are delivered.
In this pivotal role, you'll design, implement, and maintain robust data architecture to drive strategic objectives and service optimisation. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Data and Systems, SEN Service, and IT to ensure data is structured, governed, and accessible for analytics, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making.
What you'll do:

• Data Architecture Design: Design, implement and maintain enterprise data models, data flow diagrams, and architecture blueprints aligned with SEN business needs.
• Governance and Standards: Define and enforce data standards, policies, and governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Integration and Interoperability: Develop data integration strategies across systems and platforms for seamless data exchange and consistency.
• Collaboration: Work with data engineers, analysts, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable data solutions.
• Lead technical solution development and manage a technical analyst focused on SQL and reporting alignment.
• Documentation and Communication: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation and communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

What we're looking for:

• Degree and/or formal industry-recognised qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in data architecture, data modelling, and database design.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and cloud data platforms (e.g. Azure).
• Proficiency in SQL and data modelling tools, with familiarity in data governance frameworks (e.g. DAMA).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workloads flexibly.
• Aptitude for troubleshooting and exploring new/existing data tools.

Take a look at our for more information about the Data Architect role, team and our values. The section 'About you' explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.
Why join us?

• Play a key role in a high-profile digital transformation programme.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Opportunities for professional development and to contribute to service improvement.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information

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Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other roles you may have experience of may include: Enterprise Data Architect, Solutions Data Architect, Information Architect, Solutions Data Architect, Data Integration Architect, Data Platform Architect, Analytics Architect, Digital Data Architect.
Additional Information:
Data Architect
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
For general enquiries, please contact
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Heather Slocomb, Head of Data and Systems (incl. Digital) (CSD) on
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