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Senior Data Engineer and Technical Lead – NHS Jobs

Salary: £49,387–£56,515 per year
Location: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, Wirral, with opportunities to work at the Liverpool office
Contract: Fixed-term, 24 months
Working pattern: Full-time, blended working
Vacancies: Not stated in the advert
Band: NHS Band 7
Closing date: 8 November 2026
Reference: 158-26-258-DIG
Visa sponsorship: The advert states that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Sponsorship will be considered in line with Trust procedures.

About the Role

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Senior Data Engineer and Technical Lead to join its award-winning Business Intelligence team.

This is an opportunity for an experienced data engineering professional to provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on with data engineering, Business Intelligence, reporting and automation.

You will help lead the development and daily operation of the Trust’s data warehouse and Business Intelligence platforms. You will also oversee developers working across Business Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and SharePoint, ensuring projects are prioritised effectively and delivered to meet the organisation’s analytical and operational needs.

The Trust is undergoing a transformation of its data and reporting services, offering an opportunity to contribute to innovative and reliable solutions that support healthcare delivery and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and delivery of the Trust’s data warehouse, Business Intelligence solutions, dashboards and reporting systems.
  • Develop, implement and optimise ETL processes and integrate data from multiple information systems.
  • Maintain and enhance the data warehouse to ensure reliable performance and support analytical requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and solution design to testing, implementation and ongoing support.
  • Manage a small team supporting Business Intelligence, RPA and SharePoint development.
  • Work with analysts, clinicians, managers, operational teams and external suppliers to deliver effective data and automation solutions.
  • Promote best practices in data quality, system development, testing and technical documentation.
  • Help reduce manual processes and improve the efficiency of reporting and information management across the Trust.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants should have:

  • A relevant degree, postgraduate diploma or equivalent experience.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development in a specialist informatics area.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Membership of a relevant professional body recognised by Fed-IP, such as BCS, SOCITM, IHRIM, CILIP or AphA.
  • Relevant informatics courses or additional qualifications.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

Candidates must demonstrate:

  • Advanced knowledge and experience of SQL Server, including SSIS and SSRS.
  • Proficiency in T-SQL.
  • Experience using the Microsoft SharePoint platform.
  • Experience or understanding of Robotic Process Automation.
  • Strong Microsoft Office and Microsoft operating system skills.
  • An understanding of Business Intelligence dashboards, reporting and design.
  • Knowledge of GDPR, Freedom of Information (FOI), information governance and Caldicott guidance.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

The following would be advantageous:

  • SharePoint development experience.
  • RPA development experience using Blue Prism or Microsoft Power Automate.
  • Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform.
  • A thorough understanding of NHS performance targets and reporting timescales.

Essential Experience

Applicants should have significant experience in:

  • Extracting and analysing complex, sensitive data to support monitoring and reporting requirements.
  • Delivering database solutions, dashboards and reports.
  • Implementing, managing and administering data warehousing solutions.
  • Setting up and maintaining existing and new data extracts into a data warehouse.

Desirable Experience

Additional experience that may strengthen an application includes:

  • Working with Meditech.
  • Relevant experience in the NHS or another healthcare setting.
  • Training users or providing software support.
  • Knowledge of NHS datasets, information procedures, legislation and policies.
  • Managing or leading a technical team.

About The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is one of the UK’s leading specialist cancer centres, providing care to approximately 2.4 million people across Cheshire and Merseyside, as well as surrounding areas including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

The Trust works with academic and healthcare partners to improve treatment, patient outcomes and the quality of care. Its core values are being kind, empowered, responsible and inclusive.

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Contract and Working Arrangements

The position is initially offered as a 24-month fixed-term contract following an internal promotion. The team operates a blended working arrangement, with opportunities to work at the Wirral site and The Spine office in Liverpool.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

The successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Applicants who have lived overseas for 12 months or more, continuously or cumulatively, during the past 10 years may also need to provide criminal record certificates from the relevant countries. This requirement may apply to adult dependants aged 18 and over.

See also Media Officer

Visa Sponsorship Information

Important for applicants requiring UK visa sponsorship: The job advert specifically warns that this position is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. It also states that sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedures.

Although the advert includes a general statement that applications from people requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered, this does not guarantee sponsorship for this particular role. Applicants should assess their eligibility and confirm the position with the employer before applying.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the official job advert and submit their application through NHS Jobs before the closing date of 8 November 2026.

Contact for Enquiries

Contact: David Law, Business Intelligence Manager
Employer: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Email: david.law1@nhs.net
Telephone: 0151 556 5000

Employer website: https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/

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