Apprentice Data Technician

Are you looking to take your first step into a new career? Maybe you’re finishing school or college, or perhaps you’re already in the world of work and looking for a change of career. Either way, our apprenticeships will set you on the road to success. Join us, and you’ll contribute to communities and make a difference – because we all have a part to play in bettering the lives of Staffordshire’s residents.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their data skills to support the over‑arching aims of our service area.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and conscientious person to work as an Apprentice Data Technician within our Planning and Performance Team.

• to be supported to achieve your apprenticeship.
• all the training and the support to develop your skills and knowledge.
• a friendly, inclusive workplace where your views will be valued.
• a place where you can confidently be yourself and that will bring out the best of you.

• Supporting the Careers and Participation Service with the use of the NCCIS compliant database to ensure accurate recording.
• Checking and processing a range of data from various sources and uploading onto various databases.
• Supporting in the production of reports.

You’ll need:

• Maths and English GCSE Grade A‑C / 9‑4 (or equivalent)
• Must not hold an existing qualification at level 3 (or higher) in a similar subject to the apprenticeship qualification
• Good communication skills
• Experience and confidence of using a range of ICT software programs including Excel.
• A can‑do and flexible approach as sometimes things can change, and so you’ll need to be able to prioritise work and manage your time.
• To be able to work with a high degree of attention to detail

As we will develop a guided learning path for you, working with our accredited training provider, QA. We will support you to follow an approved apprenticeship standard in ICT at Level 3 (Data Essentials Apprenticeship | Data Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship).

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to our rewards and benefits – Careers at Staffordshire.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.