Senior Information Analyst

Sirona-Care-; Yate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Sirona care & health CIC in Yate is seeking a Senior Information Analyst (NHS AfC Band 6) for a 18-month fixed-term contract. Part-time 22.5 hours weekly across 3 days, including Wednesdays, with a pro rata salary of £39,959–£48,117 per year.

The role leads BI activities, turns data into insights, and supports managers with evidence-based decisions to improve services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of national health and social care datasets, standards, data quality targets, and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of data warehouse concepts, data modelling, and BI best practices.
• Able to develop, test, document, and monitor reporting processes.
• Significant experience in BI, data analytics, informatics, or similar roles.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Principal Analyst to provide a comprehensive performance management service.
• Plan projects and strategies for developing statistical/analytical information.
• Support and deputise for Principal Analyst.
• Line management of Information Analysts.
• Create and maintain effective team working and motivate others.
• Collaborate with Data Warehouse team to improve BI efficiencies.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

SQL

Power BI

Leadership

Education

Degree-level qualification in analytical/informatics field

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Data modelling

Job description

Main area Business Intelligence Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 18 months (This is for fixed term post, programme of work to be completed March 2028) Hours Part time - 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week (including Wednesdays)) Job ref 083-8227808-HO

Employer Sirona care & health CIC Employer type NHS Site Yate Headquarters Town Yate Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 06/09/2026 23:59

Senior Information Analyst

NHS AfC: Band 6

Please note that if you apply for a position with Sirona care & health, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac Account and email accounts.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.

Job overview

The Business Intelligence Team plays a pivotal role at the heart of the organisation, turning data into insight and insight into action. We lead in capturing high‑quality performance information from across the organisation and transforming it into meaningful intelligence that empowers managers to deliver outstanding services.

We don’t just provide data—we help people understand it. By supporting managers to interpret their performance reports, we enable them to make confident, evidence‑based decisions that enhance service quality and improve outcomes for the individuals and communities we serve.

We ensure all statutory and contractual reporting is delivered accurately and on time, meeting the expectations of internal teams as well as external stakeholders such as commissioners. Our work strengthens transparency, drives performance, and keeps the organisation accountable to the highest standards.

Business Intelligence will increasingly be of strategic significance, supplying the organisation with the insight required to manage budgets effectively, spot trends, and steer the organisation toward long‑term goals. Our Intelligence helps shape the direction of the organisation, influence future investment, and unlock opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Main duties of the job

• Work with the Principal Analyst to provide a comprehensive and high-quality performance management service to the organisation, and externally across a range of organisations
• Plan projects and strategies for developing statistical/analytical information aspects of business area
• Support and deputise for Principal Analyst
• Line management of Information Analysts
• Create and maintain effective team working and motivate others
• Work with Data Warehouse team to develop the Sirona data warehouse to improve business intelligence efficiencies and effectiveness
• Work with the Systems Team to advise on reporting requirements and develop electronic solutions for data capture

Working for our organisation

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached for further information on the role.

Please note, we cannot offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
If you currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 14 months remaining until the expiry date. If you do not disclose your expiry date within your application, it may not be considered. Please only provide the expiry date and not your share code within your application.

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Please use your 'Supporting Information' to demonstrate and provide evidence in how you meet the Person Specification below.

Person specification

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of national health and social care datasets, standards, data quality targets, and reporting requirements
• Knowledge of data warehouse concepts, data modelling, and BI best practices
• Have understanding and knowledge of GDPR rules to ensure safe transfer of data both internally and Externally
• Ability to develop, test, document, and monitor reporting processes.
• Significant experience working in a business intelligence, data analytics, informatics, or similar role.
• Experience in managing employees/teams

Education & Training

• Proficient in SQL, including developing and modifying queries
• Proficient in Power BI, including report creation and data modelling
• Strong understanding of data quality principles, SOPs, and Data Quality Improvement Plans (DQIPs).
• Ability to extract and work with data from a variety of sources (e.g., EMIS, ESR, SAGE, Ulysses).
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant analytical, data, or informatics field.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and Protocols