Job summary
We are looking for a People Information Specialist to join our team for 12 months
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge in using Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools as well as have previous people information experience
Whilst not essential the successfully candidate will have experience of reporting from SQL databases
Main duties of the job
People information is a key resource used by the Trust and its managers for operational and performance management and strategic planning. It enables the Trust and its managers to deliver services that are both productive and of high quality. The People Information Specialist will:
- develop analytical and statistical tools to meet the current and future needs of internal and external customers
- optimise access to workforce information and tools
- develop the capability of customers to use workforce information and tools for operational and performance management, planning and effective governance processes
- undertake highly complex analyses and reporting
- ensure data quality, security and confidentiality requirements are established and achieved
The role requires technical expertise and equally as important the ability to use a range of communication skills to work effectively with other professions and levels of technical competence and confidence.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant numerate discipline eg maths, statistics, economics, clinical training or have developed knowledge and skills to an equivalent standard plus additional specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate level education or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of continuing development of information related knowledge and skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of collating and analysing statistical information and producing written reports and other materials for non statistical professionals to aid performance management, business decisions and improvement processes
- Experience of data modelling and creation of dashboards
- Experience of working with clients to meet current and future needs within the organisational priorities and resources
- Experience of relating the service context and implications of the data to robust but relevant interpretation or recommendations
- Experience of audit, research methods or surveys
- Experience of delegating work, supervising and developing the competence and capability of others
- Able to coach individuals
- Experience in preparing and delivering training for a diverse user group
- Experience of providing direct customer service, both verbally and in writing
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality policies, Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act
Skills
Essential
- Able to use Microsoft Office packages to ECDL standard
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, including use of Pivot Tables and V Lookup function
- Ability to understand and write simple Visual Basic scripts/ macros
- Basic knowledge of MS Access
- Able to manage workload and priorities to meet deadlines and customer needs
- Able to work to agreed SLAs and provide updates on SLA performance
- Able to work with minimum supervision whilst also being a team player
- Well organised and able to plan and deliver both short and long term objectives
- Able to consult with clients and enthuse, persuade, influence and negotiate to achieve outcomes and imbue confidence and credibility
- Able undertake analysis and provide interpretation of complex information and to present findings in written narrative or in person to individuals and groups in order to inform or generate new ideas or commitment to objectives and actions
Other
Essential
- Ability to explain and articulate complex numerical information to service users
- Ability to deal with sensitive customer enquiries from occasionally irate or distressed staff
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to form good working relationships both internally and externally
- Flexible and adaptable to changes and able to facilitate change in specifications and processes
- Able to identify errors or inconsistencies in numerical or financial data and instigate corrective action as required
- Understands issues of confidentiality and security
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant numerate discipline eg maths, statistics, economics, clinical training or have developed knowledge and skills to an equivalent standard plus additional specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate level education or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of continuing development of information related knowledge and skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of collating and analysing statistical information and producing written reports and other materials for non statistical professionals to aid performance management, business decisions and improvement processes
- Experience of data modelling and creation of dashboards
- Experience of working with clients to meet current and future needs within the organisational priorities and resources
- Experience of relating the service context and implications of the data to robust but relevant interpretation or recommendations
- Experience of audit, research methods or surveys
- Experience of delegating work, supervising and developing the competence and capability of others
- Able to coach individuals
- Experience in preparing and delivering training for a diverse user group
- Experience of providing direct customer service, both verbally and in writing
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality policies, Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act
Skills
Essential
- Able to use Microsoft Office packages to ECDL standard
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, including use of Pivot Tables and V Lookup function
- Ability to understand and write simple Visual Basic scripts/ macros
- Basic knowledge of MS Access
- Able to manage workload and priorities to meet deadlines and customer needs
- Able to work to agreed SLAs and provide updates on SLA performance
- Able to work with minimum supervision whilst also being a team player
- Well organised and able to plan and deliver both short and long term objectives
- Able to consult with clients and enthuse, persuade, influence and negotiate to achieve outcomes and imbue confidence and credibility
- Able undertake analysis and provide interpretation of complex information and to present findings in written narrative or in person to individuals and groups in order to inform or generate new ideas or commitment to objectives and actions
Other
Essential
- Ability to explain and articulate complex numerical information to service users
- Ability to deal with sensitive customer enquiries from occasionally irate or distressed staff
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to form good working relationships both internally and externally
- Flexible and adaptable to changes and able to facilitate change in specifications and processes
- Able to identify errors or inconsistencies in numerical or financial data and instigate corrective action as required
- Understands issues of confidentiality and security
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).
