Data & Analytics Developer
Job summary
Data & Analytics Developer, Milton Hospice - CB24 6AB
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Office based with flexibility to work 2 days per week from home
Permanent
Salary £ 30,000 FTE per annum
Join us and help use data and technology to make a difference for children and families across East Anglia.
We are looking for a Data & Analytics Developer to help us improve reporting, automate tasks, and turn data into useful information that supports decision-making across the charity.
This is an entry-level opportunity for a person who is looking to develop their skills in data, reporting, business intelligence and AI.
Working closely with teams across the organisation to understand business needs, develop reporting solutions and turn complex data into accessible, actionable insights.
Main duties of the job
What you'll do:
- Build and maintain reports and dashboards
- Help teams understand and use their data
- Develop and implement automated solutions
- Support data quality and accuracy
- Create clear and useful insights from different data sources
- Help colleagues make the most of data, reporting tools and AI
- Learn and develop new technical skills as technology evolves
What we're looking for:
- Degree level or other equivalent Level 6 qualification
- Demonstratable analytical and problem-solving skills
- An interest in data, reporting, automation and AI
- The ability to explain information clearly to different audiences
- The ability to learn and apply new skills, systems and technologies.
What you'll bring:
- Experience creating reports, dashboards and analytical solutions.
- Ability to independently develop knowledge and skills using a range of learning resources.
- Proficient in Excel (including data tables and Power Query) and Power BI.
- Demonstratable organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.
We are looking for someone with an interest in data and technology, who can develop their knowledge independently, apply learning in practice, and contribute ideas for improvement.
About us
Comprehensive range of benefits:
- Free onsite parking & subsidised meals at our hospices
- Pool car provided when working in the community
- Employee health cash plan & wellbeing support schemes
- NHS pension - continuation if already contributing
- Enhanced Annual leave Entitlement - 27 days + 8 UK Bank Holidays
- Additional holiday purchase scheme
- AVIVA pension package up to 7% Employer Contribution including Life Assurance
- Free eye tests & cycle to work scheme
East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) supports families and cares for children and young people with life threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.
At EACH we believe in fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced. We are actively seeking talent from all walks of life, recognising that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success.
Join us on a journey to create a more inclusive workplace, where everyone has equal opportunities to grow, contribute and succeed. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for opportunities at EACH and adjustments will be made to facilitate the application and selection process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Developing and delivering business intelligence solutions that support informed decision-making across the organisation. Working with the data warehouse and reporting systems, to transform complex data into meaningful insights and robust reporting using tools such as Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate and Excel.
A key focus will be identifying and implementing opportunities to automate processes, improve the flow of information between systems, enhance data quality and increase operational efficiency. Supporting the adoption of Microsoft Copilot, AI-assisted analytics and other emerging technologies, helping to maximise their potential across the organisation.
Working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, this position will promote the effective use of data, analytics, automation and AI by sharing knowledge, delivering training and encouraging best practice. Through a combination of technical expertise and stakeholder engagement, it will help embed a culture of continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs to support data-driven decision making, including the Finance, Care, Retail and People teams
- Develop and maintain analytical reports to monitor business performance and KPIs, using Fabric, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Query, Power Apps, SharePoint, Excel and other software tools as required
- Develop reports and visualisations from multiple sources to support planning, performance control and decision-making
- Analyse data to identify opportunities for innovative reporting that communicates information clearly, attracts attention to key issues and supports effective decision-making
- Review existing reporting solutions to ensure they meet the needs of stakeholders and are optimised for data quality and run efficiently; fix and develop as required
- Assist with the production of regular reports, to ensure accurate information is provided to stakeholders in a timely manner
- Conduct analysis of large data sets to support service delivery, organisational planning and strategic projects
- Present analyses and findings in a clear, concise and meaningful way to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Liaising with managers and data processors to identify opportunities to support work through streamlining processes, creating integrations, removing work duplications and manual processes.
- Maintain data integrity by identifying, investigating and resolving data quality issues
- Develop and implement data quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency of data and compliance with UK data protection law and best practice standards
- Act as the Information Asset Assistant for the data warehouse, ensuring that required standards are met
- Support the adoption of AI-enabled technologies within the charity
- Promote data literacy across the organisation by delivering training, guidance, and support to employees
- Ensure all development work is catalogued and robustly documented
Person Specification
Other Requirements
- Willing to work at other EACH sites on occasion
Qualifications
- Degree level education or equivalent level 6 qualification in relevant subject
- Knowledge of:
- - DAX
- - Power Query M
- - SQL
- - Python
- - JSON
- - Semantic Models
- - Data security
- - SharePoint
Experience
- Experience in creating reports that aggregate and visualise data sets
- Experience of independently developing knowledge and skills using a range of learning resources, including online materials.
- Experience in validating and reconciling data from multiple sources
- Experience in using software packages that manipulate and present data including:
- - Excel (including Excel data tables and Power Query)
- - Power BI
- Experience in using software packages that manipulate and present data including:
- - Power Automate
- - Fabric
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data effectively
- Ability to use IT systems and applications effectively, with a commitment to ongoing development
- Understanding of data structures and data modelling
- Ability to communicate and explain complex concepts to stakeholders effectively, adapting to meet the needs of the audience using appropriate formats
- Advocate for integrating AI-enabled solutions into business practices with up-to-date knowledge of AI potential
- Ability to work independently and manage workload with appropriate supervision.
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
- Practical and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to shared objectives.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices
Address
Childrens Hospice
Church Lane
Milton
CAMBRIDGE
CB24 6AB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.each.org.uk