Job description
Salary: £38,510 – £46,579 a yearLocation: Council HouseHours: 37 hours per weekContract Type: Temporary / Fixed Term for 3 yearsClosing Date: 9th November 2026
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about using data, evidence and insight to improve people’s health and reduce inequalities? This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in public health intelligence while completing a fully supported Level 7 Health and Care Intelligence Specialist apprenticeship.
Working as part of a friendly and experienced Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence Team, you will gain hands‑on experience of analysing health and population data, undertaking research, producing intelligence products and supporting key public health programmes. Your work will directly inform decisions that improve services, address health inequalities and enhance the health and wellbeing of local communities.
This role offers an excellent development opportunity for someone with knowledge of statistical techniques and procedures to enhance their analysis and start their management and leadership journey. The post is suited to someone with up to 3 years’ experience.
The successful candidate must be able to start employment by January 2027 due to postgraduate study course dates.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting the delivery of public health intelligence projects, including health needs assessments, health equity audits, evaluations and the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA).
- Collecting, managing, analysing and interpreting health, demographic and service data to identify trends, needs and opportunities for improvement.
- Using a range of analytical and business intelligence tools to produce meaningful insights and visualisations.
- Conducting literature reviews and assessing research evidence to support public health recommendations and decision-making.
- Developing reports, dashboards, presentations and briefings for a variety of audiences, including senior leaders and partner organisations.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the council, NHS and wider partner organisations to support evidence-based planning and service improvement.
- Ensuring data is handled securely and in line with information governance and data protection requirements.
- Contributing to the development of innovative intelligence approaches, analytical methods and best practice.
- Supporting the promotion of intelligence and evidence use across the organisation.
- Completing the requirements of the Level 7 apprenticeship programme and applying learning within the workplace.
About you
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about data, research and improving population health outcomes.
- Have a degree or equivalent qualification or be able to demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Be comfortable working with data and have an interest in developing advanced analytical and intelligence skills.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to different audiences.
- Be organised, motivated and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Demonstrate attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Be able to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with colleagues and partners.
- Share a passion for improving health outcomes and reducing health inequalities.
- Be committed to learning and professional development through completion of a Level 7 apprenticeship.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in public health intelligence while making a real difference to the lives of local people.
Who We Are
At Derby City Council, we’re proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.
Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we’re Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.
Join us and you’ll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby’s future.
Why join Derby City Council?
At Derby City Council, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in an organisation that values, supports and invests in its people. Alongside the opportunity to help shape the future of Derby, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:
Financial Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a secure, defined benefit pension with life cover
- Team Derby Rewards – discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
- Tusker Car Benefit Scheme – a salary sacrifice scheme for leasing a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle
Work-Life Balance
- Generous annual leave, starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years’ service (plus bank holidays, depending on your contract)
- The option to purchase additional annual leave
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles
- Flexible retirement options, where eligible
- Support for colleagues with caring responsibilities
Learning and Development
- Learning and development opportunities, with regular career conversations to support your growth
- Leadership and management development programmes, mentoring and professional qualifications
- Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration, productivity and wellbeing
Health and Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and a year-round wellbeing calendar
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training
Community and Inclusion
- Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave each year
- Recognition through initiatives including the Here for Derby Awards and Long Service Awards
- The opportunity to join one of our Employee Networks, including LGBTQ+, Disabled Employees and Carers, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Employees, and Neurodiversity
At Derby City Council, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, you’ll be joining an inclusive organisation where you’ll be supported to develop, feel valued and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve.
Some benefits are dependent on your role, contract or length of service.
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