Job summary
The post-holder will develop, automate and streamline regular report processes including current statutory and operational reports. This post will be set within the Patient Services team working collaboratively with colleagues across the Trust, and lead on the development of technical solutions to support the organisation.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the development of a performance-focused culture where safety, effectiveness and patient experience are consistently delivered through the provision of high-quality performance information, analytical interpretation, benchmarking, forecasting and intelligent modelling
Main duties of the job
Update, maintain, organise, gather and analyse information to predict/meet future organisational and team needs by identifying best practice.
To provide helpful and considered analysis to support service priorities, making use of and linking information from a range of source systems
To undertake complex ad-hoc analysis this will involve managing potentially contradictory and complex data to ascertain a credible, easily understandable position. The post holder will be expected to present this information to internal and external audiences as necessary
To pro-actively develop regular benchmarking reporting and analysis to enhance understanding of performance relative to other providers.
To aggregate information from multiple sources and across service areas
To contribute to the preparation and delivery of presentations which are clear and appropriate to the purpose and audience
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant discipline or equivalent professional and management experience.
- Extensive experience within similar role ideally within the NHS or other public sector
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Master's degree in numerate discipline or equivalent relevant NHS experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of development and analysis of information.
- Awareness of data warehouses and data integration.
- Knowledge of SPC.
- Evidence of creating BI solutions (Power BI, Tableau)
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as Advanced Excel, Pivot Tables and any associated tools.
- Good knowledge of presentation tools in particular MS PowerPoint or equivalent.
- Ability to scope information requirements with nontechnical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development.
- Thorough understanding of current information issues and requirements in the NHS
- Experience of Sharepoint
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trust Reporting systems (HIVE, Ulysses)
Skilla and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
- Self-motivated individual
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary
- Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies
- Flexible working approach to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant discipline or equivalent professional and management experience.
- Extensive experience within similar role ideally within the NHS or other public sector
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Master's degree in numerate discipline or equivalent relevant NHS experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of development and analysis of information.
- Awareness of data warehouses and data integration.
- Knowledge of SPC.
- Evidence of creating BI solutions (Power BI, Tableau)
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as Advanced Excel, Pivot Tables and any associated tools.
- Good knowledge of presentation tools in particular MS PowerPoint or equivalent.
- Ability to scope information requirements with nontechnical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development.
- Thorough understanding of current information issues and requirements in the NHS
- Experience of Sharepoint
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trust Reporting systems (HIVE, Ulysses)
Skilla and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
- Self-motivated individual
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary
- Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies
- Flexible working approach to meet the needs of the service
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).
