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Data Administrator/Analyst – NHS Band 5 | Visa Sponsorship Available

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Data Administrator/Analyst to support data management, reporting and analysis across Lambeth Community Drug and Alcohol Services in London.

This permanent, full-time opportunity is suitable for candidates with relevant data analysis experience, strong Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills, and knowledge of healthcare or addiction-related data.

Visa sponsorship: Applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications.

Job Overview

  • Employer: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
  • Job title: Data Administrator/Analyst
  • Salary: £38,488–£46,852 per year, including HCAS
  • Pay band: NHS Band 5
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Location: Lambeth Drug and Alcohol Team, 12–14 Brighton Terrace, Brixton, London, SW9 8DG
  • Closing date: 28 October 2026
  • Reference number: 334-NCL-7887439-MU-A
  • Date posted: 14 October 2026

About the Role

The successful candidate will help ensure accurate, complete and reliable data for Lambeth’s drug and alcohol services. The role involves reviewing information from service systems, analysing data, preparing reports and dashboards, and supporting national reporting and contractual requirements.

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You will work with service staff, consortium partners and senior management to identify data quality issues, improve reporting processes and support service development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage data entry and updates on service systems, including ePJS.
  • Produce reports and dashboards for service monitoring and commissioning.
  • Validate, reconcile and analyse data from stored data sources.
  • Identify data anomalies and escalate issues that could affect performance, revenue or the Trust’s reputation.
  • Use Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Statistical Process Control charts to validate reports and data extracts.
  • Conduct regular audits and testing to maintain data quality.
  • Communicate relevant data developments to management and consortium partners.
  • Support service staff with data-related queries and problem-solving.
  • Document data requirements for current and future contracts.
  • Contribute to data strategy implementation, service improvement initiatives and local policies and procedures.
  • Maintain effective relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should demonstrate the following:

  • A relevant degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience handling ad hoc data queries and producing reports.
  • Experience analysing and applying user information to solve ICT problems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel, and Power BI.
  • Experience coordinating, collating and analysing data.
  • Sound knowledge of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) and its application.
  • Knowledge of addiction-related datasets.
  • Strong problem-solving, negotiation, influencing and communication skills.
  • Ability to explain complex issues clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to work effectively with a team.

Desirable Skills

The following would be advantageous:

  • Experience using enterprise reporting tools in a healthcare setting.
  • Relevant professional qualifications.
  • Knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile or other project management methodologies.

About the Employer

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust leads the Lambeth Community Drug and Alcohol Services contract, working with We Are With You, Phoenix Futures and Way Through.

The service provides personalised treatment and recovery support for people affected by substance use, including opioid, alcohol, non-opiate and new psychoactive substance use. It also offers physical and mental health support, with an emphasis on harm minimisation and relapse prevention.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality of data that supports service delivery, performance monitoring and recovery services across Lambeth.

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Visa Sponsorship Information

Skilled Worker sponsorship applications are welcome. The advert explicitly confirms that applicants who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside other candidates.

However, this does not guarantee sponsorship for every applicant. Eligibility will depend on the role, the candidate’s circumstances and the applicable immigration requirements.

Additional Information

  • The appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
  • Applicants who have lived in other countries for the required periods may need to provide overseas criminal record certificates in line with UK immigration requirements.
  • The employer identifies as a Disability Confident Employer and supports flexible working discussions.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official NHS Jobs vacancy page before 28 October 2026.

Enquiries: Seamus Costello, Borough Lead
Email: seamus.costellol@slam.nhs.uk
Telephone: 020 3228 1552

Source: NHS Jobs – South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Vacancy reference: 334-NCL-7887439-MU-A.

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