Job summary An exciting opportunity to become part of the family of a high performing acute Trust to help redefine Business Intelligence We ha ve an exciting opening for a Business Intelligence Analyst to join our busy BI team and become involved with a variety of work including national reporting of returns and more complex project work. If you are one of the rare people who can offer a resourceful approach using a variety of methods to extract and compare data from various platforms, and a variety of techniques to manipulate, interrogate and ultimately present Information to audiences at all levels, then we want to hear from you This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position. Main duties of the job Duties include Analysis and development of accurate, insightful reports for a range of stakeholders. Compilation and submission of many of the Trust's statutory returns in a timely and accurate manner. Interpretation and presentation of focussed information to support the Trust's operational performance management and to inform decision making within the Trust. This role is based primarily at Darent Valley Hospital, amodern PFI hospital with friendly and supportive colleagues, all sharing the same values to offer professional care, exceptional quality. Desired Skills and Experience Highly organised individual with strong attention to detail and a commitment to providing high quality and accurate information. Progressive and proactive attitude; actively contribute to advancing own skill set. Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server preferable and Microsoft Office Excel essential. About us We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community. If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £31,469 to £38,308 a year per annum inclusive of allowances Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 252-6552240-A Job locations Darent Valley Hospital Darenth Wood Road Dartford DA2 8DA Job description Job responsibilities Principle responsibilities: Undertake analysis of data to support the defined work programme agreed with the BI manager. Undertake analysis of data to support and respond to ad-hoc requests Assist with weekly/daily reporting such as A&E Performance (SitRep) and 18wk PTLs. Aid senior analysts in reporting to Executive team. Assist with timely data collection to support the submission of all national, regional and local activity returns. Assist with data quality monitoring analysis and reporting. Co-ordinate and summarise information from other departments. Work autonomously, plan and prioritise own workload. Assist in interpreting analyses and adding intelligence by communicating complicated, difficult to explain IM&T issues to non IM&T staff and very detailed IM&T information within peer groups for areas of key responsibility. Promote understanding of NHS Data Definitions, Models and Relationships and co-ordinate the implementation of any definitional changes released nationally, as appropriate to key areas of responsibility and knowledge. Please see attached job description for more information. Job description Job responsibilities Principle responsibilities: Undertake analysis of data to support the defined work programme agreed with the BI manager. Undertake analysis of data to support and respond to ad-hoc requests Assist with weekly/daily reporting such as A&E Performance (SitRep) and 18wk PTLs. Aid senior analysts in reporting to Executive team. Assist with timely data collection to support the submission of all national, regional and local activity returns. Assist with data quality monitoring analysis and reporting. Co-ordinate and summarise information from other departments. Work autonomously, plan and prioritise own workload. Assist in interpreting analyses and adding intelligence by communicating complicated, difficult to explain IM&T issues to non IM&T staff and very detailed IM&T information within peer groups for areas of key responsibility. Promote understanding of NHS Data Definitions, Models and Relationships and co-ordinate the implementation of any definitional changes released nationally, as appropriate to key areas of responsibility and knowledge. Please see attached job description for more information. Person Specification Education and Training Essential Degree or equivalent experience Evidence of CPD Desirable Degree preferably in a numerate subject or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential Advanced skills in desktop applications in particular Microsoft Office Excel Good knowledge SQL and Reporting Services Ability to organise and prioritise work Ability to work as part of a team, have excellent client service skills and a flexible approach to work Ability to work collaboratively and co-operatively with managers, colleagues and external agencies Ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to organise information logically and systematically Ability to analyse, investigate and resolve IM&T queries, where there are a number of options Ability to communicate analytical/statistical matters to non-analytical/statistical professionals, advise, persuade on statistical techniques to be used Ability to work autonomously to achieve agreed objectives Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written, verbal and presentation Logical approach to problem solving Desirable Knowledge of Trust procedures and protocols A detailed understanding of NHS data models and structures Experience Essential Experience of SQL and Reporting Services Substantial experience in an information services post Experience of Power BI or similar tool Experience of decision-making by own initiative and liaison with colleague Desirable NHS Informatics experience Person Specification Education and Training Essential Degree or equivalent experience Evidence of CPD Desirable Degree preferably in a numerate subject or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential Advanced skills in desktop applications in particular Microsoft Office Excel Good knowledge SQL and Reporting Services Ability to organise and prioritise work Ability to work as part of a team, have excellent client service skills and a flexible approach to work Ability to work collaboratively and co-operatively with managers, colleagues and external agencies Ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to organise information logically and systematically Ability to analyse, investigate and resolve IM&T queries, where there are a number of options Ability to communicate analytical/statistical matters to non-analytical/statistical professionals, advise, persuade on statistical techniques to be used Ability to work autonomously to achieve agreed objectives Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written, verbal and presentation Logical approach to problem solving Desirable Knowledge of Trust procedures and protocols A detailed understanding of NHS data models and structures Experience Essential Experience of SQL and Reporting Services Substantial experience in an information services post Experience of Power BI or similar tool Experience of decision-making by own initiative and liaison with colleague Desirable NHS Informatics experience 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 Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Address Darent Valley Hospital Darenth Wood Road Dartford DA2 8DA Employer's website https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)