Data Developer
The closing date is 18 March 2026
Job summary
Only available to current employees of STSFT Performance Team.
(Please submit completed Secondment Application to your current manager if wishing to undertake role via Secondment basis).
This development opportunity is being created in anticipation of the retirement of the current Senior Data Developer.As such, it offers an internal progression pathway for colleagues aspiring to move into a Band 7 Senior Data Developer role.
The Post will initially be Appointed atBand 6 Data Developeron a development basis. You will work through an agreed development framework over a12month period(or earlier, if all required competencies are achieved).
Upon successful completion of all milestones and clear demonstration of the competencies aligned to theBand 7 Senior Data DeveloperJob Description, you will progress to Band 7.
Progression willnotbe automatic. Development progress will be monitored, supported, and formally-reviewed throughout the 12month period to ensure readiness for advancement.
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. You are requested to consider this when making your application. Please visitGov.UKfor further information.
Main duties of the job
As Data Developer, you are responsible for designing, developing and maintaining highquality SQLbased data pipelines, ETL processes and automated reporting solutions that underpin the Trusts operational, clinical and statutory information requirements. You will work closely with colleagues across Data Management, BI and operational services to ensure data flows are accurate, efficient and resilient.
Key duties include enhancing existing data products, supporting data quality improvement, troubleshooting system issues, implementing national reporting changes, and contributing to the development of modern data architecture and automation. You will play a vital role in ensuring the Trust has reliable, timely and wellengineered data to support informed decisionmaking and safe patient care.
Our Data Management and Data Quality team works across a wide range of departments within the Trust, collaborating with staff at all levels. Together, we deliver high-quality information and insights that drive performance and improve outcomes for patients, aligned with our Directorates shared vision: Working together to deliver excellence in what we do to support patient care one goal, one team.
Were committed to your growth and offer dedicated training and development to help you advance your skills and domain knowledge. We support agile working between our offices at Sunderland Royal Hospital and home, however were open to discussing alternative working arrangements.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Details
Date posted
11 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year (2026/27 pay award pending)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9155-CRAC-0326-10
Job locations
Trust Headquarters
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust Headquarters
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
Employer's website
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