Data and Analytics Lead

Job summary

The Data & Analytics Lead will be a qualified and experienced data and digital professional, responsible for implementing reporting solutions within the region.

The South West Central Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) supports a range of research partners including Delivery Organisations and the wider NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN). This role will be part of the region's Data & Analytics team, which forms part of the national RDN Data & Analytics function, who collectively work to deliver national projects alongside regional priorities and innovation.

As an organisation we recognise the value work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about accommodating flexible working. Our team currently works in a hybrid way, with at least 40% of time face-to-face.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

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Main duties of the job

The Data & Analytics Lead will:

  • Utilise a range of data management platforms to extract performance insights

  • Engineer and implement robust data models using QlikScript and AppScript

  • Establish a clear governance framework and business rules to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting

  • Transform data processes to enhance efficiency, scalability and reliability

  • Provide strong leadership and line management to the Data & Analytics Officer

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential
  • Significant relevant experience in health information or mathematical/statistical related field or equivalent experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment
  • Experience of managing the development of data visualisations, via dashboards or other tools, which support business decision making and efficiency increases
  • Knowledge of relational database design/development and database querying using Structured Query Language (SQL) or similar
  • Experience of delivering a customer-focused service
  • An understanding of and experience in Agile concepts/methodology
  • Significant experience with Microsoft and Google platforms
  • Experience in low-code digital solutions which support stakeholders in improving services and optimising workflow, for example AppSheets, Neptune
  • Experience of user centred design processes or similar which engage stakeholders in the full process of designing and delivering digital solutions
  • Experience and ability to lead and participate constructively in meetings and decision making processes
  • Experience of line managing staff, including identifying and addressing training and development needs, and undertaking formal reviews in line with employer HR policies
  • An understanding of the UK health research system, including the NIHR
Desirable
  • An understanding of the importance of demographic and health-related trends (and datasets) of the region's population, to help inform strategic development within the RDN

Skills and Abilities

Essential
  • Ability to prioritise competing demands, and to balance project development requirements with day-to-day operational needs
  • Ability to work collaboratively across organisations and geographically dispersed teams
  • Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to a high standard
  • Excellent people skills, ability to work with a wide range of people
  • Evidence of strong analytical skills and high level of numeracy
  • Independently and using initiative, to have the ability to plan and organise work programmes, and to adjust programmes as required ensuring effective delivery

Qualifications and Training

Essential
  • Postgraduate qualification (eg. Postgraduate Diploma) in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience or Undergraduate degree supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience
  • Background in research and development, science or healthcare
Desirable
  • European Computer Driving Licence

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Whitefriars

Lewins Mead

Bristol

BS1 2NT


Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/

Company
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Location
Bristol, United Kingdom BS1 2NT
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£47810.00 - £54710.00 a year
Posted
Company
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Location
Bristol, United Kingdom BS1 2NT
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£47810.00 - £54710.00 a year
Posted