Connected Care Business Intelligence Analyst (Developer Focused)
Job summary
From 1 April 2026, Frimley ICB will merge with BOB ICB to form Thames Valley ICB, which will operate under a strengthened strategic commissioning model with a greater focus on long term population health planning, outcomes focused commissioning, and systemwide leadership. To deliver this effectively, teams will require enhanced capabilities in data driven decision making and population health management. It will be essential for the new organisation to have strong skills and expertise in data acquisition, management, and analysis to support this intelligence led approach to population health planning, outcomes focused commissioning, and systemwide leadership. To deliver this effectively, teams will require enhanced capabilities in data driven decision making and population health management. It will be essential for the new organisation to have strong skills and expertise in data acquisition, management, and analysis to support this intelligence led approach.
Main duties of the job
Working under the direction of the Head of Business Intelligence within the Connected Care analytics team, the post holder will use their skills to evaluate data quality and build Power BI semantic models and reports. The role combines an understanding of NHSE performance, finance and contract datasets with a desire to make a difference by building products that are easy to consume and deliver an outstanding User Experience.
About us
Thames Valley ICB is the statutory NHS organisation responsible for planning and commissioning health and care services across the Thames Valley. We work collaboratively with NHS providers, local authorities, the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, and our communities to improve health outcomes, reduce inequalities and deliver sustainable services.
We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We believe the best organisations reflect the communities they serve, and we particularly encourage applications from women, people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBT+ communities, disabled people and others who are under-represented in data and digital roles.
We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment. Benefits include:
NHS Pension Scheme
Agile and flexible working arrangements
Access to technical training, professional development and career progression opportunities
A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where data and digital skills are highly valued
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for forward thinking Power BI analytics developers with knowledge of NHS datasets who are willing to dream big and have the skillset and desire to deliver those dreams and make a difference for our residents.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Knowledge of SQL, Azure and Fabric combined with in-depth knowledge of Power BI semantic modelling and Power BI report and dashboard development.
Knowledge of NHS performance, finance and contracting datasets coupled with a working knowledge of NHS organizational structure, policies, and statutory requirements.
Experience with process automation and practical AI implementations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and user engagement skills and the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
A collaborative, proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
A strong desire to make a difference.
Practical experience with the Federated Data Platform (FDP) is desirable.
Knowledge of statistics, forecasting and modelling methodologies are desirable.
Previous experience of NHS annual or Medium-Term Planning (MTP) exercises at ICB or Provider level or in developing Indicative Activity Plans (IAPs) is desirable.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Knowledge of NHS organisational structure, policies, statutory requirements, and challenges.
- Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health, the Strategic Health Authority and individual provider and commissioning organisations.
- Knowledge of the Federated Data Platform (FDP) and other national reporting products.
- An understanding of the background to and aims of, current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement.
Communication Skills
- Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive and detailed technical information clearly and concisely for time pressed diverse audiences.
- Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders.
Analytical
- Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
- Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically including Microsoft Excel.
- Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise.
- Knowledge of SQL, Azure and Fabric combined with in-depth knowledge of Power BI semantic modelling and Power BI report and dashboard development.
- Knowledge of data quality evaluation, statistics, forecasting and modelling methodologies.
- Experience with process automation and practical AI implementations.
- Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be several courses of action.
- Knowledge of best practice User Experience and Data Visualisation techniques.
- Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise.
Planning Skills
- Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
- Previous experience of NHS annual or Medium-Term Planning (MTP) exercises at ICB or Provider level.
- Experience of project principles techniques and tools such as Prince 2 and Managing Successful Projects.
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
NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board
Address
King Edward V11 Hospital
Windsor
SL4 3DP
Employer's website
https://www.frimley.icb.nhs.uk/