Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the Adult Mental Health Directorate for a Data Analyst & Research Lead for a fixed term within the IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) programme.
Applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis.
In the event that permanent funding is secured for this post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting time for the development of IAPT services with new service models of care emerging with the Long Term plan for Mental Health.
We are seeking a talented individual with energy, drive and a high level of interpersonal skills to join the team. The post holder will undertake a range of duties to evaluate current research and develop additional research to inform the development of clinical pathways, improve patient outcomes and achieve key performance indicators.
The ability to work under pressure both individually and as part of a team is important to ensure that deadlines are met. In order to achieve this, good organisational and interpersonal skills are essential.
You will be knowledgeable of the full range of current research and analysis methods and have previous experience in research, assistant psychologist or performance management posts. Please refer to the job description and person specification for full details.
The successful candidate will be based within the service and may be asked to work at other sites within County Durham and Darlington where necessary.
About us
Within County Durham and Darlington, IAPT services are provided through Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust working in partnership with Mental Health Matters and Sunderland Counselling Service.
Thepost holder will be employed by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Foundation Trust.
The programme is governed by partnership board with members from the three partners. Talking Changes is led by the Clinical Lead and Service Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead in related administration, collection of statistics, and development of tools and processes required in developing regular reporting and evaluation systems.To receive supervision from the Clinical lead and Service Manager at an appropriate level in line with professional practice guidelines.To attend meetings in which the service performance, evaluation and other service developments are planned and discussed.To undertake specific administrative duties as required.To perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade, which may be required from time to time by their Manager.
To link with the corporate information team to support new service developments and requirements in line with KPIs and national reporting requirements to ensure that the team can provide this information.To work independently according to a plan agreed with the Clinical lead and Service Manager. To provide accurate and timely reports relating to research activity associated with any plan.To be the service link for the Corporate Information team, working collaboratively to ensure all reports are complete.To lead on service requirements regarding data protection and GDPR by liaising with the Trust Service Development Lead.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead in related administration, collection of statistics, and development of tools and processes required in developing regular reporting and evaluation systems.To receive supervision from the Clinical lead and Service Manager at an appropriate level in line with professional practice guidelines.To attend meetings in which the service performance, evaluation and other service developments are planned and discussed.To undertake specific administrative duties as required.To perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade, which may be required from time to time by their Manager.
To link with the corporate information team to support new service developments and requirements in line with KPIs and national reporting requirements to ensure that the team can provide this information.To work independently according to a plan agreed with the Clinical lead and Service Manager. To provide accurate and timely reports relating to research activity associated with any plan.To be the service link for the Corporate Information team, working collaboratively to ensure all reports are complete.To lead on service requirements regarding data protection and GDPR by liaising with the Trust Service Development Lead.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology or other relevant research based degree or equivalent.
- A willingness to attend training, and other relevant training to maintain up to date skills and knowledge in research, performance management and data analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in research, assistant psychologist or performance management posts
- Experience of using complex statistical and qualitative analyses.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of research methods, quantitative and qualitative, and well developed skills in statistical analysis.
Desirable
- Experience/understanding of a statistical software package
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate high level and detailed information to a range of stakeholders at different levels.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology or other relevant research based degree or equivalent.
- A willingness to attend training, and other relevant training to maintain up to date skills and knowledge in research, performance management and data analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in research, assistant psychologist or performance management posts
- Experience of using complex statistical and qualitative analyses.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of research methods, quantitative and qualitative, and well developed skills in statistical analysis.
Desirable
- Experience/understanding of a statistical software package
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate high level and detailed information to a range of stakeholders at different levels.
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
