Workforce Planning Analyst Opportunities in Newcastle upon Tyne

Overview

Vacancy Type: Police Staff

Area, Command / Department: Workforce Planning & Insights

Location: Newcastle

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Salary Range: £42,861 – £49,716

Closing Date: 22/01/2026

Role Details

Location: Agile Newcastle and Homeworking.

Salary: Band 9 £42,861 £49,716 pa (appointing at the beginning of the band).

Contract: Both permanent and fixed‑term opportunities available.

Working for #TeamNP – our purpose is to keep people safe and fight crime. Our 2,000‑strong policing support staff and 200 volunteers enable us to deliver high‑quality services.

As one of the largest police forces in England we offer a wide variety of departments and specialisms. Mentoring, coaching schemes, online soft‑skills courses and leadership development programmes provide the support, training and time you need to shape the career you desire.

We are a top 50 UK inclusive and disability‑confident employer, fostering respect so everyone feels seen, heard and valued. All staff and volunteers receive first‑rate health and wellbeing support, year‑round events, a 24/7 welfare hotline and a forward‑thinking approach to neurodiversity.

We give you a career that is so much more than a job – it is an opportunity to make a real difference.

Learn About Our Full Benefits Package

Workforce Planning Analysts Wanted

Our Workforce Planning is a systematic, evidence‑based process that uses people systems, integrated data and analytics to anticipate, design and manage the workforce. We focus on workforce levels, skills, deployment and composition to ensure the Force meets current and future policing demands with available resources.

Our Work Goes Beyond Staff Numbers. It Encompasses

• A single, trusted view of the workforce
• Insight into capacity, capability and risk
• Predictive and scenario‑based decision support for leaders
• Skills and capability (investigation, safeguarding, digital forensics, leadership)
• Workforce mix (officers, staff, PCSOs, specials, volunteers, partners, technology)
• Time and resilience (shifts, fatigue, wellbeing, succession)
• Risk and legality (critical roles, statutory duties, public safety)

We own all core people systems, associated technologies and data, providing technical leadership to maximise their use and benefits. We produce data‑driven analysis on people performance, workforce composition, capacity and capability, translating complex data into actionable insights and supporting risk mitigation and workforce investment optimisation.

Our Workforce Planning & Insights Department has three main functions

• People Performance & Systems
• Capacity Planning
• Capability Planning

We are currently looking for a People Performance & Systems Analyst. If you are interested in any of the above functions, we welcome you to discuss options – you may be considered across multiple roles.

People Performance & Systems Analyst

The role: what you will do

This is a strategic role at the heart of workforce planning and people analytics. You will transform complex data into compelling insights that shape organisational decisions, using advanced data visualisation, storytelling techniques and a clear narrative on workforce trends, capacity and capability to enable leaders to make informed, future‑focused decisions.

Strategic Workforce Insights

• Gather, analyse and interpret a wide range of people metrics (performance, demographics, capability, deployment) to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Develop forecasting and modelling tools for scenario planning and predictive analytics to inform strategic workforce decisions.
• Provide narrative‑driven reports and presentations that translate data into actionable insights for senior leaders.

Data Visualisation & Insights

• Design and deliver impactful dashboards, visual reports and presentations that simplify complex datasets and highlight key messages.
• Use storytelling techniques to connect workforce data to organisational priorities, enabling clear and persuasive communication at all levels.

Systems & Process Development

• Manage and optimise core people systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity and usability for strategic analysis.
• Develop tools and processes that future‑prove workforce planning and enable rapid updates for evolving organisational needs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships across the organisation to understand resource pressures, competing priorities and strategic objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor, influencing decisions through evidence‑based insights and clear communication.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive innovation in workforce analytics and reporting, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance insight delivery.

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• Degree‑level education or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in workforce planning, data analytics and strategic insight generation.
• Advanced skills in data visualisation and insights (e.g., dashboards, presentations).
• Ability to compose narrative‑driven reports for senior audiences under strict timelines.
• Advanced data handling skills and experience with large relational databases.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a creative approach to interpreting data.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills; able to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Experience with BI tools.
• Ability to prioritise multiple projects and deliver in a fast‑paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience in workforce design or development functions in a large organisation.
• Public sector experience.

Interested to learn more?

For further information about the role please contact Tracy Little by email at

What We Offer

• 26 days leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays
• NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
• Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave
• Flexible working (compressed hours, etc.)
• Agile working option to work from home, your team zone, and spaces across the force
• Market‑leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16 % employer contribution
• Corporate travel schemes – local rail, bus services and metro discounts
• Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
• Discounts on shopping and eating out via the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
• Extensive paid sick leave, trained mental health first aiders on‑site, an employee advice service for support
• Access to gyms in some stations
• Sports & Social Club – thriving sports scene, exclusive discounts on days out and travel
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to volunteer in local community

For roles designated as agile or home‑based, employees will work from a Force site at least once a week (two days recommended). Hiring managers will discuss practical arrangements during the interview stage.

Just so you know

Your application form will help us understand how your work, education and life experience has prepared you for the Analyst role at #TeamNP. We encourage you to research what makes us tick and the values and behaviours that support success.

Our Selection Process Includes

• Initial Application – complete our online application form.
• First Stage Interview – competency‑based and scenario‑focused discussion.
• Second Stage Interview – meet the team, see our systems in action and learn more about the department.

You can save your application and return any time before the closing date.

Disability Inclusion and Support

We are proud members of the Business Disability Forum and offer interview arrangements for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability, we can provide adjustments such as extra time for tests or a sign language interpreter. Contact us for assistance during the application process.

Use of AI in Applications

At Northumbria Police we embrace innovative technologies to enhance recruitment. We encourage applicants to use AI tools to support their applications, but please ensure submissions accurately reflect your qualifications and skills. We conduct thorough evaluations to verify authenticity and suitability.

Terms of Appointment

Permanent and fixed‑term roles are subject to a six‑month probationary period. Successful candidates will not accept other advertised posts during probation.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.