Gateshead Council jobs in Durham DH1

Senior Public Health Intelligence Analyst - 1 x Full time permanent and 1 x FTC Maternity Cover

Where public health intelligence meets realworld impact.

Who we are and what we stand for

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might just be the perfect match.

We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.

At the heart of decisionmaking across health, care and local government.

The Public Health Service at Gateshead Council works to improve population health and reduce inequalities by putting prevention, evidence and partnership at the heart of decisionmaking. We lead delivery of the Health and Wellbeing Strategy and Health in All Policies approach, working across the Council, NHS and wider system to address the wider determinants of health. Using strong public health intelligence and insight, we support action across the life course, from children and young people to adult wellbeing, prevention and health protection, ensuring services are targeted where they will have the greatest impact.

Strategic insight. System leadership. Better health for Gateshead.

As Senior Public Health Intelligence Analyst, you will play a pivotal leadership role at the heart of Gateshead Council’s ambition to improve health and wellbeing and reduce inequalities. Leading the Public Health Intelligence Team, you will shape and deliver robust, highquality intelligence that informs public health action, supports statutory responsibilities such as the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment, and underpins evidencebased decisionmaking across the Council and the wider health and care system. Using advanced analytical expertise, strong partnerships and a deep understanding of Gateshead’s communities, you will turn complex data into insight that drives meaningful, realworld impact for local people.

What you'll get to do:

• Lead the development of highquality public health intelligence that informs action, improves outcomes and supports Public Health and Wellbeing priorities.
• Build strong, effective working relationships across the Gateshead health and care system and partner organisations, acting as a trusted analytical lead.
• Analyse complex data and evidence to identify trends, patterns and insights that shape health, care and public health decisionmaking.
• Lead and support major intelligence programmes and statutory work, including the JSNA, Health Needs Assessments, Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment and health economic analysis.
• Translate data at population, place and individual level into clear, meaningful insight, presented confidently to a wide range of audiences.
• Use expert statistical and research methods to assure quality, robustness and impact, championing evidencebased public health practice.
• Support policy development, commissioning and service improvement by embedding intelligence across planning, delivery and evaluation.
• Develop capability across the system by providing advice, training and leadership on the use of intelligence, including health equity audits, health impact assessments and needs assessment.

What you'll bring:

• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience in a senior public health intelligence or analytical role.
• Strong understanding of the analytics, data and intelligence needs of local government, Public Health and the wider health and care system, including how these systems interact.
• Indepth knowledge health inequalities, social determinants of health and epidemiology, and their application within a local authority public health setting.
• Experience applying Population Health Management (PHM) approaches to improve population outcomes and reduce inequalities.
• Robust expertise in health and demographic data sources, including the ability to select, apply and interpret datasets appropriately for public health decisionmaking.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical methods for analysis, assurance and interpretation of data, with practical experience using tools such as SQL, SPSS, R and/or STATA.
• Strong awareness of local communities and populations, alongside a sound understanding of data protection, GDPR and information governance requirements.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
• Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
• Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).

Our commitment to you

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

How to apply

You can apply online using the apply now button below. Within the form, you’ll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.

We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.

If you have any questions about your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via recruitment@gateshead.gov.uk

Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high-volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.

Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.