Job summary
Reporting to the Deputy Head of Business Intelligence - Technical Development, the Business Intelligence Developer will participate in the maintenance and development of databases, reports and systems using a variety of methods and software tools. The post holder will play a full part in the team approach to providing information support to the Trust, ensuring that systems are in place to deliver information that is accurate and complete, within agreed timescales, to meet internal and external requirements.
Main duties of the job
The main aspect of the role is to develop robust software for databases, reports and websites, adhering to good practice including source control and documentation. The post holder is expected to follow the full development lifecycle, including taking the lead in planning their own projects, working with customers to build a specification and iterating through prototypes and developments on complex technical projects from beginning to conclusion.
About us
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust was formed in 2008 and, in 2011, we became an integrated provider with community health services joining the Trust. Covering a catchment area that also incorporates parts of Bury, Wigan and Salford, we deliver hospital and community based services from the Royal Bolton Hospital in Farnworth and from 20 health centres across Bolton, to a catchment population of 320,000 people. We have a CQC rating as good overall and we have some key areas of outstanding practice with an outstanding rating for being well led at every level.
Buildings, names and models of care have changed over the centuries, but one thing has remained constant and is prevalent among our 5,900+ staff members: the enduring commitment to providing the best health and care for the people of Bolton.
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated care organisation. Royal Bolton Hospital (RBH) has approximately 700 beds and a turnover of £320m. It is one of the busiest hospitals in Greater Manchester for urgent care and is also a regional 'supercentre' for maternity services, babies and children. As an integrated organisation we also provide care and support in the community at over 20 health centres and clinics, including the Bolton One complex in the town centre, as well as services such as district and school nursing. We serve a population of around 270,000 and employ approximately 5,300 staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust's Business Intelligence team has recently won the North Wests Skills Development Network Team of the Year, with our Bolton CCG BI colleagues. People find they dont need to go elsewhere to find a fulfilling career in healthcare. We have an exciting vacancy within the Business Intelligence Team for a Business Intelligence Developer. The post is a Band 6 subject to Agenda for Change review.
The ideal candidate should have experience and skills in working with NHS data, along with strong communication skills, both written and verbal. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, with experience in Business Intelligence. You will possess excellent communication skills, good team leadership qualities and excellent technical skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust's Business Intelligence team has recently won the North Wests Skills Development Network Team of the Year, with our Bolton CCG BI colleagues. People find they dont need to go elsewhere to find a fulfilling career in healthcare. We have an exciting vacancy within the Business Intelligence Team for a Business Intelligence Developer. The post is a Band 6 subject to Agenda for Change review.
The ideal candidate should have experience and skills in working with NHS data, along with strong communication skills, both written and verbal. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, with experience in Business Intelligence. You will possess excellent communication skills, good team leadership qualities and excellent technical skills.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent (or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of database systems e.g. SQL Server.
- Experience of using a range of Business Intelligence technologies e.g. Excel, SSRS, SSIS, Tableau,
- Experience within an intelligence function.
- Experience of working with colleagues from other disciplines and at different levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Experience gained within an NHS business intelligence function.
- Experience of manipulating large and complex data sets.
Skills
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of information and ability to translate into easily understood messages.
- Knowledge in the advanced use of databases (data modelling, querying, administration, security)
Desirable
- Aptitude in software development - C++, T-SQL, XML
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS performance management systems and processes (e.g. statutory returns).
- Established knowledge of NHS data flows and definitions.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS business intelligence systems and processes e.g. CDS/SUS.
- Knowledge of statistical techniques.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent (or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of database systems e.g. SQL Server.
- Experience of using a range of Business Intelligence technologies e.g. Excel, SSRS, SSIS, Tableau,
- Experience within an intelligence function.
- Experience of working with colleagues from other disciplines and at different levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Experience gained within an NHS business intelligence function.
- Experience of manipulating large and complex data sets.
Skills
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of information and ability to translate into easily understood messages.
- Knowledge in the advanced use of databases (data modelling, querying, administration, security)
Desirable
- Aptitude in software development - C++, T-SQL, XML
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS performance management systems and processes (e.g. statutory returns).
- Established knowledge of NHS data flows and definitions.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS business intelligence systems and processes e.g. CDS/SUS.
- Knowledge of statistical techniques.
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).
