Emergency Department Validator

Site University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Town Northampton Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum / pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 19/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 03/11/2026

The Emergency Department Data Quality and Performance Lead is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity and quality of Emergency Department (ED) performance data, in line with Emergency Care Data Set (ECDS) standards, NHS England reporting requirements, and Trust policies. Acting as the Trust's specialist lead for ED validation and performance assurance, the post holder will analyse complex patient records, validate activity data, investigate reporting discrepancies, and provide expert guidance on data quality and performance management.

The role involves leading data validation and quality assurance processes, overseeing statutory reporting submissions, producing performance intelligence and assurance reports, and identifying opportunities for service improvement. Working closely with clinical, operational and digital teams, the post holder will drive data quality improvement initiatives, ensure compliance with governance and information standards, and support informed decision-making through accurate and reliable performance reporting.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the post holder will be accountable for the interpretation of national guidance, the governance of validation processes, and the quality of information used to support operational, divisional and organisational performance across Emergency Care services.

Validate and quality assure Emergency Department (ED) activity data, ensuring compliance with ECDS, NHS England standards and Trust requirements.

Review patient records and performance data to ensure accurate recording of attendance outcomes, clinical timestamps and patient pathways.

Investigate data quality issues, performance breaches and reporting anomalies, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.

Produce, validate and analyse ED performance reports, including ECDS submissions, SITREP returns and management information.

Develop and implement data quality improvement initiatives to enhance data accuracy, compliance and reporting standards.

Provide expert advice and training on ED data quality, validation processes and ECDS requirements.

Develop dashboards, performance reports and analytical insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Ensure compliance with Information Governance, GDPR, NHS data standards and Trust policies.

Lead audits relating to data quality and performance reporting, maintaining accurate audit trails and documentation.

Work collaboratively with clinical, operational and digital teams to improve recording practices, data quality and Emergency Department performance.

Act as the Trust's lead specialist for ED validation and performance assurance, exercising professional judgement and working autonomously to support organisational reporting and decision-making.

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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

• Lead the validation of Emergency Department (ED) activity data to ensure compliance with Emergency Care Data Set (ECDS) standards, NHS England reporting…