Intelligence Analyst

Public Health Intelligence Analyst Apprentice Level 7 – Derby City Council

Salary: £38,510–£46,579 per year
Location: Council House, Derby, UK
Contract: Temporary / Fixed-term for 3 years
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Reference: 000012606
Closing Date: 9 November 2026
Apprenticeship Level: Level 7 – Health and Care Intelligence Specialist
Visa Sponsorship: Not stated in the job advert.

 About the Role

Derby City Council is recruiting a Public Health Intelligence Analyst Apprentice to join its Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence Team.

This opportunity is ideal for someone interested in data analysis, research and improving public health outcomes. You will gain practical experience working with health and population data while completing a fully supported Level 7 Health and Care Intelligence Specialist apprenticeship.

Your work will help the council understand local health needs, reduce health inequalities and make evidence-based decisions that improve services and community wellbeing.

The position offers an opportunity to strengthen your analytical skills, develop your professional knowledge and begin your management and leadership journey. The role is suited to someone with up to three years of experience.

Important: The successful candidate must be able to start employment by January 2027 to meet the postgraduate study course dates.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Supporting 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.
• Identifying trends, population needs and opportunities to improve public health services.
• Using analytical and business intelligence tools to produce insights and visualisations.
• Conducting literature reviews and evaluating research evidence to support recommendations.
• Preparing reports, dashboards, presentations and briefings for senior leaders and partner organisations.
• Working with council colleagues, NHS teams and other partner organisations to support evidence-based planning.
• Handling data securely and following information governance and data protection requirements.
• Contributing to improved analytical methods, innovative intelligence approaches and best practices.
• Promoting the use of data and evidence across the organisation.
• Completing the Level 7 apprenticeship and applying your learning in the workplace.

 Essential Skills and Qualifications

Derby City Council is looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in data, research and improving population health.

You should be able to demonstrate:

• A degree or equivalent qualification, or the ability to study at postgraduate level.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to interpret complex information and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Confidence working with data and a willingness to develop advanced analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to present information clearly to different audiences.
• Good organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• The ability to collaborate effectively and build positive working relationships.
• A genuine interest in improving health outcomes and reducing health inequalities.
• A commitment to learning and completing the Level 7 apprenticeship programme.

Salary and Employee Benefits

Successful applicants can access a range of employee benefits, subject to the role, contract and eligibility requirements.

Financial benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life cover.
• Team Derby Rewards discounts across retail, leisure and lifestyle brands.
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme for eligible employees.

Annual leave and work-life balance

• Annual leave starting at 27 days and increasing to 32 days after five years of service, plus bank holidays where applicable.
• The option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles.
• Flexible retirement options where eligible.
• Support for employees with caring responsibilities.

Learning and career development

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Regular career conversations.
• Leadership and management development programmes.
• Mentoring and professional qualifications.
• Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration and wellbeing.

Health and wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Free annual flu vaccinations.
• Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training.

Additional benefits

• Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave annually.
• Recognition through staff awards and long-service initiatives.
• Access to employee networks, including networks supporting disabled employees, carers, LGBTQ+ colleagues, and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic employees.

 About Derby City Council

Derby City Council delivers more than 250 services supporting local residents, communities and businesses. Its vision is to create an inclusive, green, growing and vibrant city.

The council promotes teamwork, innovation, strong community service and a commitment to making a positive difference. This role offers the chance to develop your career while contributing to public health improvements across Derby.

 How to Apply

Applications can be submitted online through the council’s recruitment website.

Applying with a CV

Candidates who prefer to apply using a CV rather than an application form must:

1. Complete the required Declaration Form.
2. Send the completed form and CV to marie.cowie@derby.gov.uk.
3. Clearly demonstrate how their skills, knowledge and experience meet the role’s requirements.
4. Include a supporting statement explaining how they meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification.

Applications submitted by CV must include the completed Declaration Form to be accepted.

The Equalities Form is optional and does not affect the outcome of the application.

Please read the council’s application form guidance before applying. Applications received after midnight on the closing date will not be accepted.

Interview date: Week commencing 23 November 2026
Interview location: Council House, Derby

 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Derby City Council welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

As a Disability Confident Leader, the council offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to eligible disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Eligible members of the Armed Forces community, veterans and their close family members may also qualify for the scheme.

Reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

Contact Information

For questions about the vacancy or assistance with your application, contact:

Recruitment Team
Telephone: 01332 640844
Relay UK: 18001 01332 640844
Email: recruitmentteam@derby.gov.uk

Application deadline: 9 November 2026.