Analytical Officer (Higher Information Analyst)

Job summary Within Data and Analytics our vision is to be the leading data services provider for health and social care across England through creating innovative and high-quality data products and services that give our customers the knowledge and capabilities required to deliver the best outcomes for citizens. This team will support operational and performance policy colleagues charged with ensuring the NHS makes progress towards delivering the operational targets related to Urgent and Emergency Care. The team will have responsibility for a number of data collections which are employed to monitor progress and to give operational insights. The team will ensure collections are maintained and continue to be fit for purpose. In addition to the formal publications internal reports and dashboards will be maintained and developed using appropriate platforms and technologies to meet user need alongside more detailed analytical work as required to support policy development. This team will also have responsibility for maintaining links with the UK statistics authority, in particular the regulatory arm, Office for Statistics Regulation, and that NHSE's statistical work adheres to the Code of Practice for role is a key part of the Urgent and Emergency Care team and is responsible for the provision of a high-quality service to our stakeholders. Main duties of the job The Analytical Officer will work on running and improving the data collection, presentation, analysis and publication of data, as is applicable to their policy area Postholders will be expected to develop their skills in order to use and take advantage of the latest technology. Financial and Physical Resources Deliver against organisational objectives, achieving quality outcomes, prioritising own workload and working to tight deadlines. Information Provide enhancements to current management information, reporting to enhance decision making processes. Research and Development Actively supports and contributes to the development of key performance indicators for the successful assessment of performance. Planning and OrganisationContribute to strategic planning. Please review the full job description and assignment brief. About us The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by: Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities. Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential. Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation Delivering value for money. If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person. Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website. Job description Job responsibilities This advert has attached Assignment Briefs/ information relating to roles currently vacant. However, please be aware that this recruitment may also be used to fill other positions that become vacant after the time of advert, for which Assignment Briefs or team information are not available. This will be limited to roles where the competencies to be assessed and requirements for the role are appropriately similar. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on a secondment basis only, agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication. For further details / informal visits contact: Name Stephen Barber Job title Senior Information Analyst Email address Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Operational Research, or a related quantitative or analytical discipline such as Health Service Research, Social Research) or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience in specialist area. Knowledge Essential Understanding of the NHS England website CMS, or similar - creating, editing, reviewing, scheduling and publishing pages. Skills Essential Responding to, managing and resolving potential breaches to the statistical code of practice, or similar relevant experience. Organised, able to prioritise own workload to meet deadlines and with excellent critical thinking skills. Experience Essential Experience of communicating effectively directly with senior management, internal teams and external stakeholders.