Policy, Research and Information Officer

NHS; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health authority in Maidenhead is seeking a Policy, Research and Information Officer to enhance the Adult Social Care department through effective policy-making and the use of technology. This full-time position offers a salary between £44,355 and £48,446 per annum, with hybrid working options. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in research and policy development, alongside strong communication and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications or experience in research and policy development.
• Desirable: Experience in social care or health sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of policies and guidance.
• Research and evaluate new ways of working.
• Create accessible information for staff and residents.

Skills

Research and policy development

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Relevant qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy, Research and Information Officer to join us!

This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £44,355 £48,446 per annum.

Responsibilities

This role helps improve the Adult Social Care department through better policies, smarter use of information, and co-production with communities. Reporting to the Principal Social Worker, you will:

• Lead the development of policies and guidance.
• Research and evaluate new ways of working, including the use of AI and technology.
• Create accessible information for staff and residents.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Adult Social Care.

Qualifications

• Essential: Relevant qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience in research and policy development.

Desirable

• Experience in developing policies and managing information content.
• Understanding of co-production and experience working in social care or health.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Excellent IT and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.

Other requirements

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 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.

Details

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £44,355 to £48,446 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Employer details

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Address: Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1RF

Employer's website: https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/