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TO OUR CAREERS SITE ** a key member of the Directorate leadership team, you will ensure evidence, intelligence and evaluation inform strategic decision-making across the Council and wider health and care system. You will help shape the evidence base that drives action to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for residents.This is an exciting time to join our Public Health, Protection and Wellbeing Directorate. Our work spans health improvement, protection and the wider determinants of health, including housing, education, employment, communities and the environment. We recognise that improving health outcomes requires more than healthcare alone, and our insights function is central to understanding and addressing local challenges. Building on strong partnerships across the Council and health and care system, you will lead the development of advanced analytics, predictive methods, evaluation and research capability, while exploring the effective use of emerging technologies.Main duties of the jobYou will manage and develop a growing team with a mix of experienced professionals and emerging talent, creating an environment that supports learning, innovation and continuous improvement. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of health intelligence in Stoke-on-Trent, influencing how insight, evidence and innovation are used to improve lives and reduce inequalities across the city.You will manage and develop a growing team with a mix of experienced professionals and emerging talent, creating an environment that supports learning, innovation and continuous improvement. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of health intelligence in Stoke-on-Trent, influencing how insight, evidence and innovation are used to improve lives and reduce inequalities across the city.Key Responsibilities:Lead the Public Health Insights, Knowledge, Performance and Research teamProvide strategic intelligence and evidence to inform decision-makingOversee public health research, evaluation and performance reportingDrive innovation in data analysis, insight generation and forecastingDevelop strong partnerships across the Council and health systemBuild and support a high-performing, skilled and motivated teamAbout usAbout us:We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And thats where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.Stoke-on-Trent City Councils diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.Further information on the Council and our directorates DetailsDate posted28 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
66,716 to 70,116 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference numberF Job locationsCivic CentreGlebe StreetStokeStaffordshireST4 1HHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWork
with the CPH team to establish the priorities and vision for analytics within
Public Health, using evaluative judgement and ensuring alignment with the
strategic priorities for the Council, the wider analytics function and the
broader health and social care system.The
post holder will use their advanced health intelligence and analytical skills
to lead and support the improved use of resources and the evaluation and
performance management of public health programmes and services.Ensure
the integration of evidence-based decision making and robust evaluation methods
into the organisations culture. Ensure public health intelligence is highly
influential in terms of strategic decision making.Lead
a City of Stoke on Trent Public Health Insight team that provides a high level
of complex technical competence and expertise to extract, interpret, analyse
and report Public Health data to members, senior management and the public.
Provide professional support and expertise, identifying relevant training and
development needs, so the team display the relevant behaviours and competences
to deliver an exemplary service and keep abreast of developments and practices
in public health intelligence.Work
with Corporate Performance team in the wider City of Stoke on Trent Analytics
function and with intelligence leads in the wider Health Intelligence community
to promote consistency in approach, the sharing of good practice, a two-way
dialogue with City of Stoke on Trent Members and Corporate Directors and with
senior leaders in the wider Health system about research insights, and to drive
an evidence-based decision-making culture.Manage
a portfolio of projects that draw on the full range of analytical techniques as
appropriate, including the use of integrated datasets, to generate relevant
findings, including scrutiny and challenge of performance and service
improvement initiatives and activity that measures economy, efficiency and
effectiveness.Work
with colleagues and partners to secure appropriate access to data and
intelligence to inform directorate and corporate strategies, and decision
making.To
lead the Insight function, informing public health and wider policy and service
development across the Council and NHS, including through the use of needs
assessment, evaluation and other analytical processes.To
provide expert analytical and epidemiological advice and guidance to senior
officers and elected members across the health and care system. To
lead the delivery and development of the JSNA and Annual Public Health Report,
working closely with other strategy, intelligence and programme leads across
the Council, NHS and wider system.Contribute
to the delivery of public health strategies and delivery plans, monitoring and
managing progress; strategies through use of insights and intelligence. Facilitate
stakeholder and community involvement in needs and impact assessments, service
re-design and development, and evaluation; to ensure proper involvement in
decision-making undertaken by the relevant partnership or governance groups by
organizing and chairing workshops, consultation events, information events,
forums and steering groups as appropriate.Act
as directorate champion for data, ensuring that accurate and reliable data is
collected, maintained and analysed on relevant business systems in the manner
and frequency required, including financial and performance data, to ensure
service improvements.Develop
and maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislation, guidelines and
government policy in relation to Public Health in order to support and develop
effective collaboration with service managers from across the division, Council
and wider partners. Undertake
other duties appropriate to the post that may reasonably be required from time
to time to deliver the Public Health function.Set
operational processes and prioritise system and report requirements to meet
team workplan requirements. Plan, control and deploy financial, staffing and
other resources the post holder manages to ensure the delivery of identified
service priorities including the management of the team budget.Provide
specialist information and analytical knowledge to interpret complex trend
analyses, impacting on strategic, and operational, planning, forecasting and
financial areas, and facilitate the provision of any associated contract
monitoring and financial flows information requirements.To
provide detailed insight on performance, highlighting key performance results,
trends, forecasts and areas of concern, detailing reasons for variance.To
liaise closely, and become first point of contact, within the department on
all matters relating to the production and use of data, promoting the effective
usage of information throughout the Directorate. Represent,
and advocate for, the directorate on issues relating to corporate data
strategies, IT and digital strategies. Ensure the unit is an active participant
within the corporate and regional BI communities.Ensure
the service maintains a good understanding of new and emerging methods of
analysis, including automation, machine learning and AI. Advise the Directorate
on their effective and ethical deployment.Ensure
the Department complies with all GDPR and NHS Digital requirements,
understanding the impact of storing and accessing personal level data and
making sure there are no breaches.To
have complete knowledge of existing Data Set Changes Notices (DSCNs) and
Information Standard Notices (ISNs) and ensuring on going knowledge of new
releases. Provide interpretation and initiate discussions with operational
colleagues to ensure relevant new data requirements are met and that policies
are updated accordingly.Has
responsibility for developing mechanisms for data validation. Ensuring a
proactive approach to the validation processes, ensuring timely and appropriate
reporting of exceptions.To
participate in and lead, where appropriate, audits that relate to information
and systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy of reporting.Support
the return of accurate, and timely statutory returns to government departments
and accountable bodiesWork
with colleagues across the Public Health directorate to ensure timely and
accurate responses to FOI requests, Councillor enquiries and other responses to
interested parties.CorporateTo
determine the best models of delivery across services which deliver a
high-quality customer experience, achieve high performance and contribute to
the councils ambitions to be a commercial council. To
develop/negotiate joint approaches to local service planning and delivery in
partnership with all the relevant internal and external services providers and
regional and national bodies. To
support and implement the Councils budget strategy within Government controls,
including delivering on the requirements set by the section 151 officer on
senior budget holders.To
develop and maintain appropriate relationships with diverse stakeholders
including; elected members, council officers, local communities, businesses,
Government departments, and other external agencies in order to maximise
capacity and pool resources wherever possible, including undertaking work with
and for other LAs.To
contribute to the Council being equipped and supported to address all
Government inspection and other external scrutiny in order to secure positive
outcomes and high levels of achievement.To
ensure that the right systems, policies and procedures are in place which
secure a high standard of probity, regularity and control at all times,
including with respect to information governance.To
embrace and role model the councils commitment to develop a culture of
continuous improvement and restorative practice.Actively
contribute to the role of the local authority as a corporate parent, in
supporting our looked after children and care leavers to thriveTo
ensure all employees within your services have clear delivery plans, both in
terms of their team as well as individually so that responsibility for
achieving outcomes is shared and accountability is clear. To
act as an ambassador for the Council, promoting and enhancing the authoritys
image as a Member-led authority ambitious for the city, supporting the
formation of strategic alliances and developing effective working relationships
on a local, regional and national basis.To
pursue excellent employee relations through staff consultation and appropriate
contact with Trade Union representatives.To
promote equal opportunities with our communities and staff through personal
example, open commitment and clear action. To
develop a positive working environment encouraging active involvement of
employees in shaping the co-production and delivery of services.Key Result AreasProgramme
of Insights developed and delivered for the Department Leadership
of PH insights for the City delivering statutory requirements for the
Directorate Contribution
to programme of research for the Department, working with partners across the
City and beyond
Job description
Job responsibilitiesWork
with the CPH team to establish the priorities and vision for analytics within
Public Health, using evaluative judgement and ensuring alignment with the
strategic priorities for the Council, the wider analytics function and the
broader health and social care system.The
post holder will use their advanced health intelligence and analytical skills
to lead and support the improved use of resources and the evaluation and
performance management of public health programmes and services.Ensure
the integration of evidence-based decision making and robust evaluation methods
into the organisations culture. Ensure public health intelligence is highly
influential in terms of strategic decision making.Lead
a City of Stoke on Trent Public Health Insight team that provides a high level
of complex technical competence and expertise to extract, interpret, analyse
and report Public Health data to members, senior management and the public.
Provide professional support and expertise, identifying relevant training and
development needs, so the team display the relevant behaviours and competences
to deliver an exemplary service and keep abreast of developments and practices
in public health intelligence.Work
with Corporate Performance team in the wider City of Stoke on Trent Analytics
function and with intelligence leads in the wider Health Intelligence community
to promote consistency in approach, the sharing of good practice, a two-way
dialogue with City of Stoke on Trent Members and Corporate Directors and with
senior leaders in the wider Health system about research insights, and to drive
an evidence-based decision-making culture.Manage
a portfolio of projects that draw on the full range of analytical techniques as
appropriate, including the use of integrated datasets, to generate relevant
findings, including scrutiny and challenge of performance and service
improvement initiatives and activity that measures economy, efficiency and
effectiveness.Work
with colleagues and partners to secure appropriate access to data and
intelligence to inform directorate and corporate strategies, and decision
making.To
lead the Insight function, informing public health and wider policy and service
development across the Council and NHS, including through the use of needs
assessment, evaluation and other analytical processes.To
provide expert analytical and epidemiological advice and guidance to senior
officers and elected members across the health and care system. To
lead the delivery and development of the JSNA and Annual Public Health Report,
working closely with other strategy, intelligence and programme leads across
the Council, NHS and wider system.Contribute
to the delivery of public health strategies and delivery plans, monitoring and
managing progress; strategies through use of insights and intelligence. Facilitate
stakeholder and community involvement in needs and impact assessments, service
re-design and development, and evaluation; to ensure proper involvement in
decision-making undertaken by the relevant partnership or governance groups by
organizing and chairing workshops, consultation events, information events,
forums and steering groups as appropriate.Act
as directorate champion for data, ensuring that accurate and reliable data is
collected, maintained and analysed on relevant business systems in the manner
and frequency required, including financial and performance data, to ensure
service improvements.Develop
and maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislation, guidelines and
government policy in relation to Public Health in order to support and develop
effective collaboration with service managers from across the division, Council
and wider partners. Undertake
other duties appropriate to the post that may reasonably be required from time
to time to deliver the Public Health function.Set
operational processes and prioritise system and report requirements to meet
team workplan requirements. Plan, control and deploy financial, staffing and
other resources the post holder manages to ensure the delivery of identified
service priorities including the management of the team budget.Provide
specialist information and analytical knowledge to interpret complex trend
analyses, impacting on strategic, and operational, planning, forecasting and
financial areas, and facilitate the provision of any associated contract
monitoring and financial flows information requirements.To
provide detailed insight on performance, highlighting key performance results,
trends, forecasts and areas of concern, detailing reasons for variance.To
liaise closely, and become first point of contact, within the department on
all matters relating to the production and use of data, promoting the effective
usage of information throughout the Directorate. Represent,
and advocate for, the directorate on issues relating to corporate data
strategies, IT and digital strategies. Ensure the unit is an active participant
within the corporate and regional BI communities.Ensure
the service maintains a good understanding of new and emerging methods of
analysis, including automation, machine learning and AI. Advise the Directorate
on their effective and ethical deployment.Ensure
the Department complies with all GDPR and NHS Digital requirements,
understanding the impact of storing and accessing personal level data and
making sure there are no breaches.To
have complete knowledge of existing Data Set Changes Notices (DSCNs) and
Information Standard Notices (ISNs) and ensuring on going knowledge of new
releases. Provide interpretation and initiate discussions with operational
colleagues to ensure relevant new data requirements are met and that policies
are updated accordingly.Has
responsibility for developing mechanisms for data validation. Ensuring a
proactive approach to the validation processes, ensuring timely and appropriate
reporting of exceptions.To
participate in and lead, where appropriate, audits that relate to information
and systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy of reporting.Support
the return of accurate, and timely statutory returns to government departments
and accountable bodiesWork
with colleagues across the Public Health directorate to ensure timely and
accurate responses to FOI requests, Councillor enquiries and other responses to
interested parties.CorporateTo
determine the best models of delivery across services which deliver a
high-quality customer experience, achieve high performance and contribute to
the councils ambitions to be a commercial council. To
develop/negotiate joint approaches to local service planning and delivery in
partnership with all the relevant internal and external services providers and
regional and national bodies. To
support and implement the Councils budget strategy within Government controls,
including delivering on the requirements set by the section 151 officer on
senior budget holders.To
develop and maintain appropriate relationships with diverse stakeholders
including; elected members, council officers, local communities, businesses,
Government departments, and other external agencies in order to maximise
capacity and pool resources wherever possible, including undertaking work with
and for other LAs.To
contribute to the Council being equipped and supported to address all
Government inspection and other external scrutiny in order to secure positive
outcomes and high levels of achievement.To
ensure that the right systems, policies and procedures are in place which
secure a high standard of probity, regularity and control at all times,
including with respect to information governance.To
embrace and role model the councils commitment to develop a culture of
continuous improvement and restorative practice.Actively
contribute to the role of the local authority as a corporate parent, in
supporting our looked after children and care leavers to thriveTo
ensure all employees within your services have clear delivery plans, both in
terms of their team as well as individually so that responsibility for
achieving outcomes is shared and accountability is clear. To
act as an ambassador for the Council, promoting and enhancing the authoritys
image as a Member-led authority ambitious for the city, supporting the
formation of strategic alliances and developing effective working relationships
on a local, regional and national basis.To
pursue excellent employee relations through staff consultation and appropriate
contact with Trade Union representatives.To
promote equal opportunities with our communities and staff through personal
example, open commitment and clear action. To
develop a positive working environment encouraging active involvement of
employees in shaping the co-production and delivery of services.Key Result AreasProgramme
of Insights developed and delivered for the Department Leadership
of PH insights for the City delivering statutory requirements for the
Directorate Contribution
to programme of research for the Department, working with partners across the
City and beyondPerson Specification
Qualifications
EssentialDegree in Public Health or other relevant subject, or significant equivalent experienceHolds UKPHR Practitioner or demonstrable significant and relatable senior management experience in Public Health
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of statistical techniques and procedures required for Public Health or Business DeliverySignificant knowledge and understanding of the councils public health duties.Understanding of effective systems for assuring Public Health business, e.g. business planning cycle, staff induction, training and appraisal, performance management, contracts register.Understanding of commissioning in relation to achieving public health outcomes.Understanding of the major public health challenges facing the City and knowledge of current public health policy.Understanding of the democratic process and systems to comply with it.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialDegree in Public Health or other relevant subject, or significant equivalent experienceHolds UKPHR Practitioner or demonstrable significant and relatable senior management experience in Public Health
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of statistical techniques and procedures required for Public Health or Business DeliverySignificant knowledge and understanding of the councils public health duties.Understanding of effective systems for assuring Public Health business, e.g. business planning cycle, staff induction, training and appraisal, performance management, contracts register.Understanding of commissioning in relation to achieving public health outcomes. xsabvtc Understanding of the major public health challenges facing the City and knowledge of current public health policy.Understanding of the democratic process and systems to comply with it.Employer detailsEmployer nameStoke-on-Trent City CouncilAddressCivic CentreGlebe StreetStokeStaffordshireST4 1HHUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameStoke-on-Trent City CouncilAddressCivic CentreGlebe StreetStokeStaffordshireST4 1HHUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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