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Principal Performance Analyst

Please Note: The application deadline for this vacancy has now passed.

Role Summary

The post holder will assist the Operational Performance Manager in the coordination and provision of high quality, timely and accurate performance and operational information to support organisational performance and financial targets, and also aid the interpretation of Operational Performance and decision making for Clinical Divisions. 

They will be responsible for the monitoring, investigation, analysis and challenge of information to assist in improvement initiatives and the effective delivery and assurance of operational delivery, quality and patient safety. Analysing and presenting complex, contentious and sensitive data, interpreting and reporting on results.

Acting as a key part of the early warning mechanism for the Trust on performance concerns and issues, raising any area of risk to the Head of Operational Performance and Information and the respective Divisional Director.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This post can be based in Newcourt House, Exeter or Devonshire House, Barnstaple, with flexible Home and On-Site working. 

An excellent opportunity has arisen within Business Intelligence for an enthusiastic Principal Performance Analyst to support the delivery of information analysis and Business Intelligence solutions working across Clinical and Corporate Divisions.

Business Intelligence work closely with clinical and managerial staff from a variety of areas within the organisation to gain a better understanding of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s performance and to support the delivery of the Trust’s key objectives.

The position will require a good understanding of analytical and statistical techniques that can be applied to Healthcare information, and offers a proactive and motivated candidate the chance to expand current proficiencies and develop new skills within a changing and challenging environment.

The post holder will be part of a team that supports the implementation and development of Business Intelligence (BI) tools to enable and deliver the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (RDUH) performance monitoring and information reporting requirements.

This role will be suited to a self-motivated and talented individual that has experience of working with colleagues at a Senior/Executive level and who is dedicated to working as part of an effective and ambitious informatics team.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Julia Chugg, Deputy Head of Business Intelligence (Northern Services) on julia.chugg@nhs.net or Simon Windeatt, Deputy Head of Business Intelligence (Eastern Services) on simon.windeatt@nhs.net

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

  • National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
  • Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
  • Car lease schemes.
  • The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
  • Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

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