Assistant Analyst

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join the innovative Data Analytics team at Somerset Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will aid in the provision of routine reporting, business intelligence dashboards, and the creation of actionable insights to help improve patient care for the population of Somerset.

It's an exciting time to join the team as we are investing in the Trust's brand new data infrastructure, embracing open source tools such as Python, R, and Git, and enhancing the training and professionalisation offerings for our analysts.

This role offers a hybrid model of work with a minimum of 1 day per week on-site in either of our Taunton Deane House or Yeovil Hospital offices. In addition the successful candidate will be expected to attend face to face meetings as and when required.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to:

  • Provide operational support for a wide range of reports and dashboards to support the business needs of the Trust
  • Submit routine statutory, contractual and routine reports to deadlines, and works with the reporting leads to ensure the accuracy of the reports
  • Produce reports using a variety of analytics tools, including managing and maintaining pre-built SQL scripts
  • Respond to requests in a timely manner and present reports in a way that is relevant and meaningful to their end audience
  • Proactively continues the development of own technical skills in order to support the team and information needs of the Trust

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document for a detailed Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential
  • A levels or equivalent level of competence
Desirable
  • Numerate qualification or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of further study in IT/Information systems/Analytics related areas

Experience

Essential
  • Excellent Analytical Skills
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office Excel and Access products
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Good organisational Skills
Desirable
  • Good presentation skills
  • Ability to understand and interpret basic SQL scripts within either an MS Access or SQL Server environment
  • Understanding of NHS data definitions, standards and information requirements across the NHS

Additional Criteria

Essential
  • Experience of using initiative and enthusiasm to problem solve/develop the service with minimum disruption to the office
  • Ability to work on own or as a member of a team
  • Ability to reconcile data accurately and maintain appropriate documentation
  • Experience of managing a busy workload with conflicting priorities
  • Attention to detail
  • Easily and successfully adapts to changing circumstances
  • Provides a consistent high level of quality work and constantly seeks to improve own performance, giving their best at all times
  • Proactive work ethic
Desirable
  • Demonstrates imagination and innovation using different perspectives to challenge and improve processes

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/

Company
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Yeovil, United Kingdom BA21 4AT
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£26530.00 - £29114.00 a year
Posted
Company
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Yeovil, United Kingdom BA21 4AT
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£26530.00 - £29114.00 a year
Posted