Data and IT Support Apprentice

Duties: 

Assist the data manager and external IT/data partners by inputting to the development of new data services, features, functionality or reports Key support in helping us put in place increasingly powerful, self-service reporting that will support our teams to make evidence-driven decisions in support of our organisation’s 5-year strategy Build your knowledge and experience using low-code tools and query languages such as SQL Help develop the corporate data model in Dynamics 365, Azure and other core systems As part of the IT and Data Team, you will be expected to play your part to help protect and manage our data, ensuring good governance is applied to keep our data secure and our practices compliant with all relevant data protection legislation Build your general IT Operational skills and support the general running and administration of the work of the IT and Data Team.

Training:

Introducing QA’s brand new Level 5 Data Engineer apprenticeship programme, meticulously designed to provide learners with a strong foundation for the development of advanced technical competencies, enabling comprehensive professional and personal growth.

This specialised apprenticeship curriculum comprehensively covers essential knowledge and skills crucial for the proficient design, development and management of intricate data systems.

Learners will be equipped to skilfully architect, administer, and transform data into actionable insights tailored for consumption by Data Scientists, Data Analysts, and Business Intelligence professionals, empowering organisations to drive innovation, optimise business processes, and catalyse informed decision-making.

A natural progression having completed this programme would be onto our DTSL6 Degree Apprenticeship Programme data pathway.

Training Outcome:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing their apprenticeship: this is 20% higher than the national average. 

Benefits: 

Competitive salary Defined contribution pension scheme with Aviva. Employer contribution: 4.5%, minimum employee contribution: 3%. This is offered as a salary exchange arrangement. Annual 1:1 "pension surgeries" with Speech and Language UK's pension advisors Life cover for 4x annual salary with MetLife. Members have access to a GP24, a 24/7 virtual GP service 365 days a year Confidential employee assistance programme (including structured counselling sessions) and wellbeing resources Free annual flu vaccination Cycle to work scheme 28 days annual leave per annum (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 days after five years continuous service Perkbox - Employee benefits and celebration platform providing hundreds of exclusive perks for staff ranging from discounts on shopping, entertainment and family days out, to gym memberships and rewards Enhanced family and special leave policies

Employer Description:
We are Speech and Language UK – we want every child to face the future with confidence. For 1.9 million children in the UK, learning to talk and understand words feels like an impossible hurdle. Speech and Language UK is dedicated to supporting children and young people with speech and language challenges. Our mission is to ensure that every child can develop the necessary skills to face the future with confidence. Challenges with speech and language affect around 1.9 million children in the UK – or 1 in 5 children - making it a significant issue that impacts various aspects of a child's life, including their academic progress, emotional well-being, and future opportunities.

Working Hours :
All details willbe confirmed upon interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Basic knowledge of Excel,Data Analysis experience,Awareness of DAMA