Performance Analyst, Healthcare

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 February 2026

Performance Analyst role at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. The closing date is 03 February 2026.

• Personality traits:
  Proactive, Innovative, Analytical, Methodical
• Skills:
  
  t-sql, Presentation, Visualisation, Explanation, Problem solving
• Passion for data: 100%
• Curiosity and Tenacity: not null
• Interests:
  Performance Standards

If you are interested in joining a small team trying to make a big difference then come and work with us.

The role of the performance analyst is to use data interpretation and analytical skills to proactively provide specialised performance and improvement advice to Clinical Groups to inform patient access management, business planning and service delivery.

The post-holder will work closely with analysts in Information Services and Digital Services to access and interpret datasets as required and to use these to provide bespoke analysis to challenged or pressurised areas of Clinical Groups as required. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team across performance and Information Services, the post-holder will support Clinical Groups to access and optimise use of existing Trust information and reporting, whilst informing and shaping the development of new reporting requirements and information sets based on Clinical Group needs.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career.

We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You ll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You ll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.

Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.

This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU for our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.

As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

• Degree or equivalent or relevant experience
• Evidence of Personal Development
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