Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity to join our experienced
and successful team supporting improvement across the NHS. We are seeking an
ambitious and highly motivated Data Analyst with an understanding of the
NHS and internal audit.
The post holder will fulfil an important role supporting
data analytics in the context of audit and assurance services. This will
include the analysis and interpretation of large data sets and developing new
innovative products. The post holder should be able to demonstrate experience
and understanding of a wide variety of analytical and statistical methods and
have experience of SQL querying and/or programming to interrogate and analyse
complex healthcare data.
We offer a competitive package which provides full agenda
for change terms and conditions, including NHS pension and outstanding flexible
working arrangements. We will be flexible on base and discuss your requirements at interview.
Main duties of the job
As Data Analyst you will be
required to:
plan, perform and support colleagues to perform data analysis
across all clients and covering a wide range of systems.
conduct data analysis with minimal supervision, using appropriate technology and techniques to analyse large data sets and to interpret the results.
have advanced knowledge and experience of using
Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) as well as other IT
systems, including but not restricted to MS Access, Arbutus and PowerBI/Tableau
(relevant to the specialist area).
have experience of programming/writing
queries (Python, R, SQL) to extract data, analyse information and produce professional
audit and other benchmarking / comparative reports.
lead a project to develop the automation of data
extraction of client systems and transactions to allow
continuous monitoring and reporting.
produce accurate and evidenced based reports and
dashboards, which simplify the data and highlight relevant trends and
forecasts.
lead meetings, with minimal support from their Supervisor / Client
Audit Manager, to explain the results of data analysis reports / dashboards.
supervise and assist in the development of data analytics staff.
About us
360 Assurance is an NHS service, hosted by
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust. We deliver internal audit, anti-crime and
assurance services across the East Midlands and South Yorkshire with potential
expansion from April 2023 into the West Midlands.
Our host Trust, Leicestershire Partnership NHS
Trust (LPT), provides a range of community health, mental health and learning
disability services for people of all ages.
Our values are Compassion, Respect, Integrity and
Trust, which we keep at the heart of everything we do.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our
community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service
delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage
applications from all sections of the community, particularly from
underrepresented groups.
Details of benefits, leadership behaviours and
other important information are contained in the attached document -
Information for Applicants.
We will consider requests to work alternative hours
or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.
For all substantive roles, new staff are appointed
subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).
All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure
required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once
started.
Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet
essential criteria will have preference for interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would
like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please
click onto the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in relevant CCAB/IIA/IRM professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience acquired through in-depth experience of data analysis.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably relevant to Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or analytical discipline.
- GCSE qualification (or equivalent) must include English Language / Literature & Mathematics grade C or above.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Experience of designing and maintaining complex queries including interpretation of data and reporting using an appropriate variety of charts/ graphical techniques.
- Experience of reviewing large data sets identifying key messages and presenting findings from complex analysis to senior management within the client organisation with little or no supervision.
- Experience of having used data analysis effectively including identification of poor performance concerns and/ or us of data to identify efficiencies and scope for improvement in processes systems and services.
- Ability to communicate effectively at different levels within an organisation both orally and in writing. This must include the ability to write effective reports.
- Advanced IT skills particularly use of Microsoft Office (Word Excel and PowerPoint). This will include the ability to accurately input data to spreadsheets and databases as well as the ability to effectively analyse interpret and evaluate information.
Desirable
- Internal audit compliance and/ or assurance function experience with the NHS.
- Understanding of the service users of the Trust (which could include lived experience of conditions the Trust deals with or of receiving services relevant to those the Trust provides).
Experience
Essential
- Data analysis skills including advanced knowledge of Excel and preferably use of MS Access or equivalent database systems as well as other IT systems including but not restricted to Arbutus and PowerBI/Tableau. Knowledge of macros and programming/writing queries (Python / R / SQL) necessary to support effective data analysis.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of the internal process as well as application of systems-based and risk-based auditing processes.
- Understanding of how the Internal Audit process sits within an organisations governance arrangements as well as within the wider NHS.
- Knowledge of the NHS Data Manual Information Standards and Performance Indicators used throughout the NHS.
Mobility
Essential
- Own transport or suitable alternative.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in relevant CCAB/IIA/IRM professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience acquired through in-depth experience of data analysis.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably relevant to Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or analytical discipline.
- GCSE qualification (or equivalent) must include English Language / Literature & Mathematics grade C or above.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Experience of designing and maintaining complex queries including interpretation of data and reporting using an appropriate variety of charts/ graphical techniques.
- Experience of reviewing large data sets identifying key messages and presenting findings from complex analysis to senior management within the client organisation with little or no supervision.
- Experience of having used data analysis effectively including identification of poor performance concerns and/ or us of data to identify efficiencies and scope for improvement in processes systems and services.
- Ability to communicate effectively at different levels within an organisation both orally and in writing. This must include the ability to write effective reports.
- Advanced IT skills particularly use of Microsoft Office (Word Excel and PowerPoint). This will include the ability to accurately input data to spreadsheets and databases as well as the ability to effectively analyse interpret and evaluate information.
Desirable
- Internal audit compliance and/ or assurance function experience with the NHS.
- Understanding of the service users of the Trust (which could include lived experience of conditions the Trust deals with or of receiving services relevant to those the Trust provides).
Experience
Essential
- Data analysis skills including advanced knowledge of Excel and preferably use of MS Access or equivalent database systems as well as other IT systems including but not restricted to Arbutus and PowerBI/Tableau. Knowledge of macros and programming/writing queries (Python / R / SQL) necessary to support effective data analysis.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of the internal process as well as application of systems-based and risk-based auditing processes.
- Understanding of how the Internal Audit process sits within an organisations governance arrangements as well as within the wider NHS.
- Knowledge of the NHS Data Manual Information Standards and Performance Indicators used throughout the NHS.
Mobility
Essential
- Own transport or suitable alternative.
