Business Intelligence Developer

Job overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Business Intelligence Developer to join our Performance & Information Team, helping to transform data into meaningful insights that support high-quality patient care and informed decision-making across the Trust.

Working as part of an innovative Business Intelligence function, you will design, develop and maintain modern reporting solutions, data warehouses, ETL processes and interactive dashboards using Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, Power BI and related technologies. You will work closely with colleagues across Digital, Performance and operational services to deliver reliable, automated and high-quality information that enables self-service reporting and supports the Trust's strategic objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced developer who enjoys solving complex data challenges, improving data quality and contributing to the continued evolution of the Trust's Business Intelligence platform.

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As a Business Intelligence Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing and supporting robust Business Intelligence solutions that provide accurate, timely and meaningful information to clinical and corporate services across the Trust.

You will develop and maintain data warehouses, ETL processes, databases, reports and interactive Power BI dashboards, ensuring that solutions are reliable, well documented, secure and thoroughly tested before release. Working closely with colleagues across Information, Digital and operational teams, you will integrate data from multiple systems, develop dimensional data models and help deliver automated reporting solutions that promote self-service and reduce manual effort.

The role also includes supporting the ongoing development of the Trust's Business Intelligence environment by maintaining technical documentation, contributing to data quality initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve reporting and analytics, and ensuring all information products comply with information governance and data protection requirements. You will provide technical expertise to projects, work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the Trust's reporting capabilities.

Working for our organisation

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world’s first ‘carbon net zero’ national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a Business Intelligence Developer, you will play a key role in the development, enhancement and support of the Trust's Business Intelligence platform, helping to deliver high-quality information that supports operational management, strategic planning and improvements in patient care.

Working within the Performance Team, you will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining robust Business Intelligence solutions using Microsoft technologies including SQL Server, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Power BI and Microsoft Report Builder. You will develop data warehouses, ETL processes, dimensional data models, databases, reports and interactive dashboards that provide accurate, timely and accessible information to a wide range of users across the Trust.

You will work closely with Digital and Information colleagues to ensure that reporting solutions are built on reliable and up-to-date datasets, supporting the ongoing development of the Trust's data warehouse and Business Intelligence environment. You will identify opportunities to automate reporting processes, improve data quality and enable self-service reporting, ensuring that solutions are scalable, efficient and aligned with business priorities.

The role requires strong technical expertise in database development, SQL programming and Business Intelligence technologies, together with the ability to analyse complex information requirements and translate them into practical reporting solutions. You will contribute to the design, implementation and testing of new systems and enhancements, ensuring all developments are fully documented, appropriately secured and subject to rigorous quality assurance before release.

Working collaboratively with stakeholders across clinical, operational and corporate services, you will provide technical advice and support, helping users to maximise the value of Business Intelligence products. You will contribute to Trust-wide projects involving data integration, information systems and analytics, while maintaining technical documentation to support future development, maintenance and knowledge sharing.

You will ensure that all information products comply with information governance standards, data protection legislation and Trust policies, maintaining the highest standards of data security and confidentiality. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of Business Intelligence services by keeping up to date with emerging technologies, promoting best practice and sharing knowledge with colleagues through training and support where appropriate.

The successful candidate will be an analytical and proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills, capable of managing a varied workload and working independently while building effective relationships with colleagues, system suppliers and other stakeholders across the organisation.

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. We offer a variety of flexible working opportunities for both full and part time staff. Job Share applicants will be fully considered and applications are particularly welcomed from current and previous service users

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PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING POINTS

• In the event of exceptionally high levels of response, we reserve the right to close the post before the date stated above in order to prevent the number of applications received being unmanageable. You are advised to submit your completed application form as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered.

•Priority will be given to NHS staff across the region who are at risk of redundancy, where the vacancy is at the same band or one below their current band and candidates meet the essential criteria for this post.

•All employees new to the Trust will be subject to a 6 month probationary period.

•All clinical staff bands 2-4 that are new to the Trust will be required to complete a Care Certificate.

Canvassing of members of the Trust or of any Committee of the Trust directly or indirectly for any appointment under the Trust shall disqualify the candidate for such appointment. The Trust does not pay travel expenses for candidates attending interviews.

ALL POSTS INVOLVING ACCESS TO PERSONS IN RECEIPT OF HEALTH SERVICES WILL BE SUBJECT TO A DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE DISCLOSURE.

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