We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 7 Health & Care Intelligence Specialist Apprentice to join us!
This is a full-time, three-year fixed-term role with hybrid working (including 20% protected time for apprenticeship), and a salary of £39,526 - £43,613 per annum.
The apprenticeship programme is suitable for early-career analysts working in public health, primary and secondary care, with no more than 3 years’ experience, who want to grow their career from a junior to senior analyst role. It is not suitable for those who hold a public health degree or are educated higher than a Masters Degree level.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Level 7 Health & Care Intelligence Specialist Apprentice to join our Public Health team.
The role:
The Health & Care Intelligence Specialist Apprentice will focus on analysing health and care data to improve public health outcomes, support policy-making, and enhance the efficiency of healthcare services. The role involves working with large datasets, collaborating with other local government departments and NHS services, and ensuring compliance with public health regulations.
The post will also support strategic decision-making by contributing to evidence-based insights and supporting the application of data as intelligence that can inform policy and practice.
This role provides on-the-job training for junior analysts who would like to progress their career into more senior posts. You will have a desire to learn new skills through the level 7 apprenticeship, have the ability to complete intensive, modular learning and be practically minded, translating that learning to opportunities in the workplace. You will be part of a cohort of apprentices. Learning is delivered remotely and you will bring that learning into the workplace, providing innovative solutions for analytical tasks. You will be supported with work-based tasks to help you achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours being assessed.
The post will sit within the Public Health Team and will directly report to the Senior Public Health Analyst. The Deputy Director of Public Health (DPH) will also have close oversight of the post and its progress.
Your role will involve:
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Support and develop local surveillance systems to monitor trends, risk factors, and service delivery in areas such as health improvement, health protection, housing, environmental health, and community safety.
- Assess and synthesise evidence on the effectiveness of interventions, services, and policies across a broad range of public health and health and social care areas.
- Translate complex data and evidence into actionable insights through the development of clear reports, visual dashboards (e.g. Power BI), infographics, and briefings for a range of stakeholders.
- Support collaborative projects with local partners, including the NHS, community organisations, emergency services, and other council teams.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through the use of evidence, benchmarking, and learning from best practice.
What we are looking for:
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Educated to degree level in a relevant subject with a core numerical component and/or equivalent level of experience and training from working within the NHS or public health in a similar role.
- Maths and English GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualification).
- Ability to complete intensive, modular learning sessions at level 7 (master’s degree level).
- In-depth knowledge of analysis and the use of information across Public Health, Health and Social Care or NHS acquired through experience and training.
- Advanced working knowledge of analytical packages such as R, Power BI or SSMS.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to competently present information for a variety of audiences, including senior leaders.
What we offer:
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32 days annual leave.
- Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
- Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
- Free employee parking close to the offices.
- Give As You Earn scheme.
- Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
- Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview date: 6 August 2026.
Interviews will be held in person at Maidenhead Town Hall.
If you need to discuss reasonable adjustments, or have questions about the role, please contact Chad Witcher (Service Lead – Public Health Strategy and Policy) on [email protected].
Please note that the successful applicant will be required to commence their role by 30 September 2026 to comply with the study element requirements of the apprenticeship.
We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the stated end date.
