The Head of Population Health Data will lead the strategic development and operational delivery of population health analytics, health inequalities intelligence, and fair access analysis across the organisation and wider Integrated Care System (ICS). As a member of the Informatics Senior Leadership Team this role will deputise for the Head of Informatics as and when required
The role will play a critical leadership function in supporting NHS Fair Access Frameworks, Core20PLUS5 priorities, health inequalities programmes, and population health management initiatives through advanced analytics, integrated datasets, and evidence-based intelligence.
Working collaboratively with clinical, operational, public health, commissioning, and digital teams, the postholder will ensure data is used proactively to identify unmet need, variation in access, service inequity, and opportunities for targeted intervention across Adult and Children’s services.
The Head of Population Health Data will play a central role in enabling the organisation and wider healthcare system to better understand, monitor, and address health inequalities through high-quality population health intelligence, fair access analysis, and data-driven transformation initiatives that improve outcomes for local communities.
To deputise for the Head of Informatics when necessary and contribute to the Informatics senior management team.
To manipulate and analyse highly complex data by using expert technical knowledge and skills in Access, Excel and additional data management tools i.e. SQL, TMI or multi-dimensional tools
To have well developed knowledge and be the Trusts expert lead on local and national data standards, definitions and datasets and returns
To support the Head of Informatics in the management and development of the interface between operational services, the clinical system ( EPR team) and the wider informatics team
To develop and implement effective and efficient population health management monitoring practices
Develop effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues, partner organisations and regulatory bodies.
Work closely with service users, carers and other representatives to ensure that services delivered meet the needs of local people.
Provide full and active support to the business planning function, aligning to strategic objectives, local and national policy.
Working with the team, to develop and implement data standards and principles, along with data curation and data architecture processes to enable public health projects.
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
staff networks and support group
We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the role and requirements.
Degree or equivalent experience in Data Science, Public Health, Statistics, Informatics, Epidemiology, Analytics, or related discipline.
Evidence of continuing professional development in analytics, digital, population health, or leadership.
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust’s Values
NHS Fair Access Frameworks
Core20PLUS5 methodology
Population Health Management approaches
Health inequalities and inclusion health principles
NHS performance and operational datasets
Health Care pathways
Public health intelligence methodologies
Statistical analysis and predictive modelling techniques
Power BI dashboard development, and enterprise reporting delivery
Integrated care standards
Ability to analyse and interpret complex data to support equitable healthcare delivery and strategic planning.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to present highly complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong leadership, programme management, and service improvement capability
Significant experience leading population health analytics, health intelligence, or data services within the NHS, public health, or integrated care environments.
Experience delivering health inequalities and fair access analysis.
Experience working with large-scale healthcare datasets and integrated reporting environments.
Experience developing strategic dashboards and analytical frameworks for operational and executive audiences.
Experience managing analytical teams and stakeholder engagement across complex organisations.
Geospatial and mapping analytics
AI and machine learning in population health
SQL, Python, or advanced analytics tooling
NHS Federated Data Platform initiatives
Research and academic collaborations
Knowledge of local authority and wider determinants of health datasets.
Promote equitable and inclusive healthcare delivery.
Champion evidence-based decision-making and population health improvement.
Support ethical, transparent, and responsible use of healthcare data.
Foster collaboration across organisational and system boundaries.
Demonstrate commitment to NHS values and continuous improvement.
Champion ethical and responsible use of data and AI.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Able to travel between Trust sites and to meetings.
