Public Health Intelligence Manager

Barnsley Council; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible working

Training and development

Job summary

Barnsley Council is seeking a Public Health Intelligence Manager to lead the specialist Public Health Intelligence function within the Public Health Business Unit. You will provide professional leadership across analysis, epidemiology, data insight and evidence-based advice, ensuring intelligence informs JSNA and commissioning.

You will manage a small team and collaborate with NHS, UKHSA and partners to deliver better resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related discipline required.
• Level 7 qualification in public health, epidemiology, statistics or social sciences, or substantial equivalent experience.
• Experience in public health intelligence, population health or related analytical field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the specialist Public Health Intelligence function within the Public Health Business Unit.
• Manage a small team and align data use with partners to improve resident outcomes.
• Provide professional leadership in epidemiology, data insight and evidence‑based advice.
• Translate complex data into insights and actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

Job description

50147337
Directorate: Adult Social Care & Integrated Health | Service: Health Care Public Health

Position reference: 50147337
Directorate: Adult Social Care & Integrated Health | Service: Health Care Public Health
Salary: £53,051 - £56,293
Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working, 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 23/10/2026 at 23:59
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check.
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.

Employee rewards and benefits

• We’re an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
• Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
• If you join the team you’ll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we’ll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
• We’ll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
• There’s so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities .
• Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.

About The Post

As Public Health Intelligence Manager, you will lead the specialist Public Health Intelligence function within the Public Health Business Unit. You will provide professional leadership across public health analysis, epidemiology, data insight and evidence-based advice, ensuring intelligence informs the JSNA, neighbourhood health planning, prevention, health inequalities, health protection and commissioning. You will manage a small team and work closely with the Council’s Business Intelligence team, NHS, UKHSA, ICB, Council and voluntary sector partners to align data use, avoid duplication and support better outcomes for residents.

About You

We’re looking for someone with substantial experience in public health intelligence, population health or a related analytical field. You will be confident applying epidemiological, statistical and analytical methods to complex datasets, producing your own high-quality analysis and quality assuring the work of others. You will also be able to turn complex data and evidence into clear insight, practical recommendations and action for senior leaders and partners.

You will need a degree in a related discipline and either a Level 7 qualification in a relevant subject, such as public health, epidemiology, statistics or social sciences, or substantial equivalent specialist experience.

A strong understanding of public health data governance, confidentiality and the responsible use of sensitive information is essential.

The role includes line management responsibility for a small team of analysts. We’re looking for someone who can support others, set priorities and lead complex specialist projects that deliver high-quality public health intelligence outputs.

Interviews dates for this vacancy are 19 & 23 November 2026

Why work for us?

We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know. CV's are not accepted for this role. At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances

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