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Job requirements
Essential
27 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Computer skills including database management use of spread sheets, and good keyboard skills with a high level of accuracy
- Skills
Familiar with Microsoft office based computer programs
- Skills
Ability to produce operational reports with reference to the data collected and disseminate appropriately
- Skills
Able to pay attention to detail and to work methodically and accurately
- Skills
Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision and to work independently across a diverse and large health care community
- Skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to respond to changing demands at short notice
- Skills
Ability to organise, plan and manage own workload
- Skills
Ability to respond to changing demands
- Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels with the ability to communicate at a range of levels
- Skills
Ability to develop excellent working relationships with colleagues in all areas of the role
- Skills
Ability to motivate and influence
- Skills
Positive attitude with ability to persuade, negotiate and motivate
- Knowledge
Knowledge of data quality standards and the requirements of data confidentiality
- Knowledge
Knowledge of evaluation, validation, audit and survey methodology
- Knowledge
Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection issues relating to data collection
- Knowledge
Knowledge of the clinical data associated with its diagnosis and treatment
- Experience
Experience in the use of Badger or other health related software and systems
- Experience
Experience of data collection and analysis including procedures for consent
- Qualifications
Diploma or equivalent level qualification in a numerate/analytical discipline or with data management and analysis content or substantial experience in an NHS Information environment or similar information environment
- Qualifications
A/ A/S level, GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or equivalent
- Qualifications
Evidence of continued professional development
- Personal Qualities
Honesty and the ability to recognise own mistakes and learn from them
- Personal Qualities
Self motivated with commitment to all elements of the role
- Personal Qualities
Willingness to be flexible
- Personal Qualities
Able to deliver on competing priorities in a stressful environment
- Personal Qualities
A high degree of emotional intelligence
- Personal Qualities
Approachable and receptive
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of the clinical data associated with Neonates
- Qualifications
Graduate qualification
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Neonatal Service as a Data Quality Manager on a 12-month fixed-term basis, providing maternity cover. The Neonatal Service relies on accurate, timely and high-quality data to support patient care, monitor performance, meet national reporting requirements and inform service improvement. As Data Quality Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that the information we collect is accurate, complete, consistent and fit for purpose. Working closely with clinical, administrative and management teams, you will be responsible for overseeing data quality processes, identifying discrepancies and trends, and supporting colleagues to improve the quality of information recorded across the service.
Main duties of the job
Leeds Children's Hospital is one of the largest and busiest specialist children's hospitals in the UK, providing a wide range of services for children and young people from across the region and beyond. It is part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the country. Based primarily at Leeds General Infirmary in Leeds, the hospital delivers highly specialised care alongside general paediatric services. It serves not only the local population but also acts as a regional and national referral centre for complex conditions. Leeds Children's Hospital offers over 30 different specialties, including: Paediatric Emergency Care, Neonatal and Paediatric Intensive Care, Children's Surgery, Oncology and Haematology , Cardiology and Cardiac, Neurology and Neurosurgery.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 05 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 4
- Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 002271
- Job locations: Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Kate Haigh
Position: Business Manager
Email: kate.haigh2@nhs.net
Phone number: 0113 3926568
What you will bring to the role
The post holder will: Undertake daily data quality checks and validation of neonatal records, ensuring information is complete, accurate and consistent. Validate HRG levels and clinical data in line with BAPM/HRG guidance, identifying and correcting data that may affect coding or reporting. Maintain accurate NNAP, BadgerNet, PAS and PPM data, including following up missing information with clinical teams and other hospitals. Monitor and investigate data quality dashboards, escalating discrepancies to relevant clinicians and making amendments where required. Produce data reports and extracts from BadgerNet and other systems to support quality improvement, audits, FOIs and national reporting requirements. Maintain accurate records relating to patient demographics, outcomes, surveillance and mortality, ensuring information is appropriately reported to relevant organisations. Carry out Data Warehouse checks, identifying issues such as duplicate or orphaned episodes, mandatory data omissions and discrepancies. Provide BadgerNet system support, including creating users, password resets, data requests and troubleshooting system issues. Act as a key point of contact for IT and system-related issues, liaising with Digital/IT teams and supporting the provision and maintenance of IT equipment. Work closely with clinical, administrative and external teams to resolve data quality issues and ensure timely and accurate information is available for patient care, reporting and service improvement.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
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This advert is for Data Quality Manager - Neonates with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Data manager role. The advertised salary is £28392.00 to £31157.00. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 18 Oct 2026.
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