Job Description
The Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme are looking for a Data Analyst Apprentice in the Berkshire area.
The Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme, is a bespoke apprenticeship programme sponsored by Thames Water to address the skills gaps within their supply chain. The scheme features a compulsory industry rotation to enable apprentices to get experience in different environments and boost the chances of further employment in the sector.
An apprentice data analyst is responsible for collecting, inputting and outputting data, cleaning and preparing it for analysis, and creating basic reports and visualisations. They support more experienced analysts in modelling data and may also be involved in basic programming tasks. As they gain experience, apprentices are expected to learn new tools and techniques and take on more complex responsibilities in the field of data analysis. Duties may include:
- Identify data sources to meet the organisation's requirements using evidence-based decision making to create various data.
- Collaborating/working with clients and colleagues to determine reporting needs and deliver accurate information.
- Collect, compile and, if needed, cleanse data. Solving any problems that arise from a range of internal and external systems.
- Generate performance dashboards and reports during the Visualisation and Model Building phase.
- Maintain and develop reports for analysis, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and legislation.
- Create standard and non-standard statistical and data analysis reports
- Analyse and interpret data trends and patterns, drawing conclusions and providing guidance for understanding.
- Summarise and present data analysis results to stakeholders, offering recommendations.
- Ensure data storage and archiving align with relevant legislation, such as GDPR.
- Using databases including PowerBI, Python and Excel.
- Using programme languages such as SQL, HTML, JSONS etc.
Office-Based Role - This role involves prolonged periods of desk-based work, computer use, and telephone communication within an office environment. K10 Apprenticeships will consider reasonable adjustments where possible to support individuals in carrying out the essential duties of the role.
Typical Working Week
40 hours p/w with start time typically between 07:00 & 08:00 inclusive of paid 8 hours at college.
Person Specification
- Proactive approach, taking pride in their work and taking accountability for decisions.
- A love of variety in a role and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment
- Ability to quickly prioritise tasks and the initiative to dive head-first into problem solving
- No two days are the same on the front line and not every day goes to plan, so you’ll need to be quick on your feet to respond!
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working with multiple teams
- Ability to analyse and interpret information and effectively communicate this to different team members and audiences
- Ability to visit different sites and training days
- Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive and dynamic working environment.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions to serve our customers and protect the environment
- Able to understand and follow health and safety protocols
Minimum Requirements
English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 / C or above, or Functional Skills at Level 2 or above.
The information/qualifications you provide on your CV will be verified; any inaccuracies will have a negative impact on your application.
Desired Requirements
A high interest in developing your knowledge and understanding of key concepts and techniques that help organisations effectively use data to make decisions
Key Training/College Information
K10 will enrol you to the Level 4 Data Analyst course and fund your qualifications through an accredited training provider.
The apprenticeship duration is 24 months with up to 3 months for your End Point Assessment (EPA).
Eligibility
To start this apprenticeship, you’ll need to be:
- Living in England for the last 3 years and have right to work status
- Not enrolled on any other courses
- 18+ due to site H&S rules
- Must drive and have access to a vehicle
Who We Are
We are UK’s largest construction-specific Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency. Founded in 2009, we are an award-winning social enterprise with a passion to convert potential.
Our aim is to place our learners in sustainable employment on projects in their local area. To do this, we collaborate with government, referral organisations, local authorities, developers, contractors, and colleges, to deliver apprenticeship programmes specifically designed to upskill the future of construction.
GDPR Privacy Statement
We are committed to protecting your personal data. Any information you provide as part of the recruitment process will be processed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Your data will be used solely for the purposes of assessing your suitability for the role and for related recruitment activities. If you are unsuccessful, we will retain your personal data for 24 months following the conclusion of the recruitment process, after which it will be securely deleted, unless we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory reasons.
You have the right to withdraw your consent and request deletion of your data at any time during this period. To do so, please contact [email protected].
