Job summary
- Main area
- Information Services
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 025-AC246-1025
- Employer
- Digital Health and Care Wales
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Hybrid working
- Town
- To be decided at interview
- Salary
- £31,516 - £38,364 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Data Analyst Level 2
Band 5
Digital Health and Care Wales is an ambitious organisation created by Welsh Government to lead on the digital transformation of health and care. It builds on the digital architecture and national services put in place by the NHS Wales Informatics Service over the past decade.
The organisation will lead on large-scale developments that make a significant difference to the people of Wales as well as to health and care professionals, such as expansion of the digital patient record and the creation of a National Data Resource. It will improve the way data is collected, shared and used. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Job overview
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our outstanding team within Information Services. This post will play a key role in maximizing the potential of the data we collect, to improve patient care and services across Wales.
The post holder will cover a range of areas, including providing analytical, modelling and data processing support, as well as responding to information requests to provide data, run reports and develop dashboards through the application of analytical and data handling skills. The successful applicant will need to be able to work under pressure, be responsive to fast moving deadlines and maintain positive, constructive relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations and be able to prioritise their own work.
Main duties of the job
Experience and a working knowledge of the following is expected:
- NHS datasets
- SQL/Big Query
- Power BI
- Python/R
- Analysing large and sensitive datasets
- Managing stakeholder requirements and expectations
- Problem solving
- Proficient communication (verbal and written)
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a strong team and can demonstrate a commitment to delivering a high-quality service. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage in exciting work whilst supporting critical workstreams. If you are someone with the drive to improve patient outcomes using data, then this role is perfect for you.
We offer a range of opportunities for continuous professional development with in-house training, workshops and seminars, as well as external training providers.
Working for our organisation
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales. We work in partnership with NHS Wales colleagues and other key stakeholders to provide national digital and data services which support the delivery of health and social care in Wales. Modern health and care services depend on good digital tools, data and information. DHCW runs or works with more than 100 services and delivers major national digital transformation programmes to support this. In addition, DHCW provides expert advice in relation to cyber security and information governance. We give frontline staff the digital tools which help them provide safer and more efficient care. We are also giving patients and the public digital tools to better manage their own health and wellbeing, empowering people to live healthier lives. We put people at the heart of what we do, working to the highest standards to deliver quality and make digital a force for good in health and care.
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in Computer Science or related engineering field (equivalent experience)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Some experience of design, investigating, analysing, interpreting, visualising and articulating multiple data streams in order to consolidate into a centralised, prioritised and modern reporting function.
- Experience of working with customers and stakeholders, providing a high-quality service, presenting findings and insights to diverse audiences.
- Working experience in a complex organisation with good written and verbal communication skills
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Technical Agility skills to learn new skills and technologies quickly.
- Critical Thinking skills to analyse data, interpret results, respond to problems and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Attention to Detail skills to ensure accuracy and a high standard of quality in given tasks.
- Goal Orientation skills to follow instructions and maintain focus on agreed tasks.
- Flexibility skills to switch between tasks quickly and cohesively.
- Written and Verbal Expression skills to communicate effectively in both verbally and writing, such as reports and via emails.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Martin Williams
- Job title
- Data Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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