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Public Health Intelligence Specialist Apprenticeship

Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council · Halifax · posted 21 July 2026

Wage
£34,434 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Degree (Level 7)
Standard
Health and care intelligence specialist (level 7)
Starts
12 October 2026
Closing date
3 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Contribute to the linking, analysis and interpretation of complex health, care and population data using appropriate specialist health analytical, epidemiological and biostatistical techniques; and draw meaningful conclusions to understand the factors that influence population health, inequalities and to inform the planning and delivery of health and care strategies, programmes and services
  • Contribute to discussions on the design requirements of the most appropriate information systems for holding, linking and analysis of sensitive health and care data and for population health surveillance
  • Interpret and present health and care intelligence outputs to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences, including senior decision makers in the NHS and local government
  • Investigate the patterns and variations in determinants, diseases, conditions influencing health and care outcomes and service evaluations
  • Design and implement population health surveys, disease surveillance tools and instruments, and service evaluation tools
  • Search for and critically appraise relevant evidence and scientific research on health and care intelligence, health determinants and interventions to improve population health and/or the delivery of care. Formulate specific recommendations based on the interpretation of both data and the appraised evidence
  • With support take a lead role in building strong working relationships with a broad range of health and care system partners, colleagues and the wider team
  • Contribute expertise to the preparation of documents such as analytical reports, Joint Strategic Needs Assessment strengths and needs assessments, Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment, health equity audits; policy documents, evaluation reports, audits and performance reports, for a wide range of audiences
  • Carry out projects to develop the analytics and the health and care intelligence skills and knowledge of others (including non-technical staff) in the health and care system through the demonstration and promotion of best practice, teaching and training

Your training

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 7 Health and Care Intelligence Specialist qualification:

  • Workplace Learning
  • Provided with a 1:1 Coach/Tutor
  • Delivery (day release)
  • Online interactive workshops
  • Self-led learning

Where it leads

  • At the end of the apprenticeship programme, it is anticipated that you will be employment ready, and will be given the opportunity to apply for any available permanent employment opportunities within Public Health and across the Council

About Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council

Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council is the local authority of the Metropolitan Borough of Calderdale in West Yorkshire, England. Calderdale is set in the beautiful South Pennines in West Yorkshire, a vibrant Metropolitan Borough, and an active part of Leeds City Region. With a career move to Calderdale Council, you will find a meaningful way to contribute. You will also make a real difference to others. With over 600 services, we offer a wide variety of roles. So, you can use your skills and experience to help others and make Calderdale a better place for everyone.

Things to consider

  • Additional qualification entry requirements for the role - Please read the role profile on the council website.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade C/4 or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade C/4 or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Princess Buildings, Halifax, HX1 1TS

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