NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Data Analyst

The closing date is 31 August 2025

Job summary

A new and exciting opportunity has presented itself in the form of the role of Data Analyst within Primary Care Services. The postholder will be expected to collect, analyse and report on data in relation to Primary Care to both internal and external stakeholders. The postholder will be part of a team consisting of a peer, Business Analysts and a Business Information Manager all working towards organisational objectives surrounding data management, and the improvement of ongoing processes.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of a team to achieve expected organisation objectives, but will also be expected to utilise autonomy in the day-to-day role. The candidate will be expected to work in a manner that aligns with the values of NWSSP, 'Working Together', 'Innovation', 'Listening and Learning' and 'Taking Responsibility'.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Details

Date posted

15 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-AC135-0825

Job locations

TBC upon recruitment

TBC upon recruitment

CF15 7QZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent commensurate work experience
  • Advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge and use of Query Tools and languages, i.e., SQL, Crystal Reports or similar
  • Evidence of continuous learning and development in related area
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Desirable

  • IT Related qualifications
  • Knowledge of Primary care computer systems and associated reporting software
  • Knowledge of statistical applications SPSS.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Data Dictionary and data standards

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex information from large data sets
  • Preparation of training guides and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Experience of Information Governance and good understanding of information management issue. Knowledge of legislation pertaining to information governance
  • Experience in audit design and the development of supporting computerised systems and processes

Desirable

  • Track record of supporting critical IT software and equipment
  • Experience of change management
  • User satisfaction survey/questionnaire design and analysis
  • Experience of software development and/or testing
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent commensurate work experience
  • Advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge and use of Query Tools and languages, i.e., SQL, Crystal Reports or similar
  • Evidence of continuous learning and development in related area
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Desirable

  • IT Related qualifications
  • Knowledge of Primary care computer systems and associated reporting software
  • Knowledge of statistical applications SPSS.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Data Dictionary and data standards

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex information from large data sets
  • Preparation of training guides and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Experience of Information Governance and good understanding of information management issue. Knowledge of legislation pertaining to information governance
  • Experience in audit design and the development of supporting computerised systems and processes

Desirable

  • Track record of supporting critical IT software and equipment
  • Experience of change management
  • User satisfaction survey/questionnaire design and analysis
  • Experience of software development and/or testing

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

TBC upon recruitment

TBC upon recruitment

CF15 7QZ


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

TBC upon recruitment

TBC upon recruitment

CF15 7QZ


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Information Analyst

Makinde Ilori

makinde.olamideilori@wales.nhs.uk

07565335032

Details

Date posted

15 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-AC135-0825

Job locations

TBC upon recruitment

TBC upon recruitment

CF15 7QZ


Supporting documents

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