Performance Data Analyst

This role has a starting salary of £40,296 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract/secondment opportunity. For internal candidates interested in a secondment opportunity, you must discuss with your Line Manager before submitting your application.

We are excited to be hiring for two new Performance Data Analysts to join our fantastic Contract and Commissioning Support Service here within Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships. The team is based in Millmead House, Guildford but this is a hybrid role and you will not be expected to work from the office every day of the week.

Join a team that stays ahead of the curve by working on innovative projects using the latest data analytics tools and techniques. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking solutions that drive market intelligence and transform data into actionable insights. Be part of a fun, energetic team where collaboration and creativity are encouraged. We value proactive thinkers who enjoy brainstorming sessions, team-building activities, and creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team
The Contract and Commissioning Support Service provides robust data analytics, contract monitoring, performance management and support to Commissioners of Adult Social Care. A countywide team, it provides a strategic perspective to some of Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships biggest contracts and grants working closely with commissioners, systems teams, contract support, and brokerage. We also work with area-based commissioners to ensure the directorate is achieving, through its commissioned services, the best value-for-money outcomes possible for its residents.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and conscientious individual to join our busy and friendly team in the Contract and Commissioning Support Service. This is an opportunity to develop your data analysis skills, report building/writing skills, and presentation skills in order to produce creative reports which support commissioning in Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships. Key focus areas of these posts will be to support Surrey County Councils Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships Directorate with the analytics and insights to support the delivery of the Everyday Living Opportunities and Technology Enabled Care programmes of work.

Your work will directly influence the strategic decisions that enhance the quality of care provided. By analysing and presenting data on service performance, you will help identify areas for improvement, ensuring that care services are continuously optimized to meet the needs of our most vulnerable adults.

Your role will be crucial in providing actionable insights to care teams, enabling them to understand trends, measure outcomes, and implement best practices. By translating complex data into clear, impactful information, you will support frontline workers in delivering more effective and personalized care, ultimately improving the lives of our residents.

Through data analysis, you will help to streamline operations and ensure that resources are allocated where they are needed most. Your efforts will lead to more efficient use of time and funds, which means more resources can be directed towards direct care activities. This will result in better support for both care providers and recipients, making a tangible difference in the overall care experience.

You will have strong communication skills, excellent IT skills and experience of using large/multiple datasets. You will also have experience of collecting and visualizing data to support senior management decision making. Tableau Software experience is critical; Tableau Skills will be assessed as part of the recruitment process through a test on the day of the interview.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and draw actionable insights. Experience with data visualization tools and statistical analysis software is essential.
• Demonstrative experience in developing innovative solutions to data-related challenges. --Ability to think outside the box and approach problems from multiple angles to find effective and unique solutions.
• Proficiency in data visualization software (Tableau, PowerBI etc) programming languages such as SQL, Python, or R, and familiarity with big data technologies desirable.
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and data modelling also desirable.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse groups to achieve common goals.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality in data analysis.
• Ability to meticulously check data integrity and ensure that all analyses are based on reliable and precise data.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/07/2024 with interviews planned for 12/08/2024.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.