Public Health Intelligence Analyst Apprentice 2026

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.

About the role

Are you passionate about data, insight and making a difference to people’s lives?

This is a unique opportunity to start a career in public health intelligence while studying towards a fully funded Level 7 Health and Care Intelligence Specialist Apprenticeship. Working within Barnet’s Insight & Intelligence Hub and Public Health Team, you will use data, analysis and insight to help understand the health needs of local communities, tackle health inequalities and support better outcomes for residents.

You’ll work alongside experienced analysts and public health professionals to produce reports, dashboards and intelligence products that inform decisions across the Council, NHS and partner organisations. As part of the apprenticeship, you’ll benefit from dedicated mentoring, protected study time and hands-on experience, developing specialist analytical skills while contributing to real projects that make a difference.

About you

You’ll be passionate about data, curious about how insight can improve services, and keen to develop a specialist career in public health intelligence. Whether your experience comes from study, work or personal projects, you’ll be comfortable working with data, solving problems and communicating your findings clearly.

We’re looking for someone who is motivated to learn, enjoys working with others and is excited by the opportunity to gain a fully funded Level 7 apprenticeship while making a real difference to local communities. To be eligible, you’ll need GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) and a relevant degree, Level 4 qualification or equivalent analytical experience.

What we offer

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• A comprehensive Flexible Working Policy which supports work-life balance by empowering staff and management to make decisions around when, where, and how work is done
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance

How to apply

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Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a useful tool to support your application as a reasonable adjustment, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn, escalated to counter Fraud for further investigation and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, this may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, Up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening (Konfir), Up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks and Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening.

All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.