Overview

Turn Data into Confidence. Shape Assurance at a National Level.

Assurance Data Specialist

At Change Grow Live, great assurance starts with great data.

We're looking for a highly skilled Assurance Data Specialist to join our national Assurance Directorate on a six-month secondment basis. This is a unique opportunity to sit at the heart of governance, safeguarding, patient safety, risk and organisational learning, transforming complex information into meaningful insights that help shape decisions across the organisation. Based on the role outlined in you'll work across multiple assurance functions to ensure data drives confidence, accountability and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

This is far more than a reporting role.

You'll become the specialist lead for assurance data, working closely with Assurance colleagues, CRiiS Developers, and Data & Analytics teams to strengthen how information is collected, analysed and used across Change Grow Live. From supporting executive reporting and Board assurance to improving data quality and system functionality, your work will directly contribute to safer, more effective services.

You'll:

• Lead on assurance data reporting and analysis across the organisation.
• Develop meaningful dashboards, reports and insights that support governance and assurance activity.
• Configure and optimise systems to improve data collection and reporting.
• Deliver expert guidance and training on key data systems.
• Work with stakeholders across safeguarding, patient safety, risk and audit functions.
• Support the implementation of new data developments and system improvements.
• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable intelligence for a wide range of audiences.

The Details: 

Hours: 37.5 hours per weekContract type: Secondment until 31st March 2027

*Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

Responsibilities

About You

You're someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems and turning data into practical insight.

You will bring:

• Significant experience working with health information systems and data reporting.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Strong knowledge of CRiiS and the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS).
• Experience managing and analysing large, complex datasets.
• The ability to communicate technical information clearly and confidently.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• A keen eye for quality, accuracy and continuous improvement.
• A genuine belief in the power of data to improve outcomes for people and communities.

Why Change Grow Live?

We're a health and social care charity driven by purpose, innovation and impact. Every day, our teams help people make positive changes in their lives, and behind every successful service is the insight, assurance and governance that keeps quality at the centre of what we do.

This role offers the chance to work nationally, influence decision-making at senior levels, and contribute to meaningful improvements that make a real difference to the people we support.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Flexible working opportunities
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Wellbeing support programmes
• Pension scheme
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits and discounts

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about data, systems improvement and using insight to drive better outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Our Approach to AI and Applications

AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application, and we're happy for you to use it. However, what we're most interested in is you.

We want to understand your experiences, achievements and strengths, so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact you've made in previous roles.

There's no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, specific and clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and potential. We look forward to learning more about you.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note that we may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 36 to 39 (£39,891.91 - £43,384.61)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Lyndsey Henry | [email protected]