Assistant Analyst

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join the innovative Data Analytics team at Somerset Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will aid in the provision of routine reporting, business intelligence dashboards, and the creation of actionable insights to help improve patient care for the population of Somerset. It's an exciting time to join the team as we are investing in the Trust's brand new data infrastructure, embracing open source tools such as Python, R, and Git, and enhancing the training and professionalisation offerings for our analysts. This role offers a hybrid model of work with a minimum of 1 day per week on-site in either of our Taunton Deane House or Yeovil Hospital offices. In addition the successful candidate will be expected to attend face to face meetings as and when required., The post holder will be required to:

• Provide operational support for a wide range of reports and dashboards to support the business needs of the Trust
• Submit routine statutory, contractual and routine reports to deadlines, and works with the reporting leads to ensure the accuracy of the reports
• Produce reports using a variety of analytics tools, including managing and maintaining pre-built SQL scripts
• Respond to requests in a timely manner and present reports in a way that is relevant and meaningful to their end audience
• Proactively continues the development of own technical skills in order to support the team and information needs of the Trust
  
  As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!