Data Technician Apprentice

Summary

If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organisation with purpose, we’d love you to join us. No prior experience in a data role is required - just your enthusiasm and commitment to learning!

Wage

£16,412 a year

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Training course

Data technician (level 3)

Hours

Days and shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 22 July 2025

Duration

1 year 5 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Gather data from various internal and external sources, ensuring it is accurate and up-to-date.
Clean and preprocess data to remove any inconsistencies or errors, making it ready for analysis.
Organise data into structured formats, such as databases or spreadsheets, for easy access and analysis.
Support the team in analysing data to identify trends, patterns, and insights within the data.
Create detailed reports and dashboards using BI tools like Power BI, or Excel that allow colleagues to explore data and gain insights quickly.
Track and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of various business processes and initiatives.
You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues who will mentor and guide you, while studying towards a nationally recognised Data Technician Apprenticeship.

Where you'll work

Selwood Housing Society Ltd
Bryer-Ash Business Park
Bradford Road
TROWBRIDGE
BA14 8RT

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

QA LIMITED

Your training course

Data technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Source and migrate data from already identified different sources.
Collect, format and save datasets.
Summarise and explain gathered data.
Blend data sets from multiple sources and present in format appropriate to the task.
Manipulate and link different data sets as required.
Use tools and techniques to identify trends and patterns in data.
Apply basic statistical methods and algorithms to identify trends and patterns in data.
Apply cross checking techniques for identifying faults and data results for data project requirements.
Audit data results.
Demonstrate the different ways of communicating meaning from data in line with audience requirements.
Produce clear and consistent technical documentation using standard organisational templates.
Store, manage and distribute in compliance with data security standards and legislation.
Explain data and results to different audiences in a way that aids understanding.
Review own development needs.
Keep up to date with developments in technologies, trends and innovation using a range of sources.
Clean data i.e. remove duplicates, typos, duplicate entries, out of date data, parse data (e.g. format telephone numbers according to a national standard) and test and assess confidence in the data and its integrity.
Operate as part of a multi-functional team.
Prioritise within the context of a project.
Source and migrate data from already identified different sources.
Collect, format and save datasets.
Summarise and explain gathered data.
Blend data sets from multiple sources and present in format appropriate to the task.
Manipulate and link different data sets as required.
Use tools and techniques to identify trends and patterns in data.
Apply basic statistical methods and algorithms to identify trends and patterns in data.
Apply cross checking techniques for identifying faults and data results for data project requirements.
Audit data results.
Demonstrate the different ways of communicating meaning from data in line with audience requirements.
Produce clear and consistent technical documentation using standard organisational templates.
Store, manage and distribute in compliance with data security standards and legislation.
Explain data and results to different audiences in a way that aids understanding.
Review own development needs.
Keep up to date with developments in technologies, trends and innovation using a range of sources.
Clean data i.e. remove duplicates, typos, duplicate entries, out of date data, parse data (e.g. format telephone numbers according to a national standard) and test and assess confidence in the data and its integrity.
Operate as part of a multi-functional team.
Prioritise within the context of a project.

Your training plan

Why choose our Data Essentials apprenticeship?

QA’s Data Essentials Level 3 apprenticeship can support your business to be more productive with data and adapt to a modern-day workplace. Data available to organisations is increasing at scale. How your business leverages it is essential to successful transformation and continued growth.

QA's Data Essentials Level 3 apprentice will learn to:

Source, format and present data securely, using Microsoft Excel, Power BI and SQL.
Analyse structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes.
Blend data from multiple sources as directed.
Communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience.
Apply legal and ethical principles when manipulating data.

QA’s Data Essential Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables your organisation to:

Build the capabilities you need throughout your organisation to collect, study, organise and present data, increasing digital adoption and the provision of intelligent and valuable business insights.
Create and develop analysts for the modern workplace by reskilling your existing talent, or hiring new entry-level talent. QA’s programmes, partnerships and recruitment capability enable us to tailor a solution that works for your business.
Provide training that acts as a standalone solution or as part of a wider academy/programme to an array of business functions.

Tools and technologies learned: Apprentices will learn to use Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

3 of any subject (grade 4+ (A* - C))
Maths & English (grade 3+ (D or above))

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

IT skills

Other requirements

About QA: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. Interested? Apply now!

About this company

At Selwood Housing, we are more than just a housing association – we’re a values-driven organisation committed to making a real difference in people’s lives. Based in the heart of Wiltshire, we provide affordable, safe, and high-quality homes for over 7000 households across Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath. We foster a supportive and inclusive workplace where colleagues are valued, trusted and empowered. We invest in our people and their potential, offering professional development, flexible working options, and a healthy work/life balance. We celebrate diversity and welcome new ideas, and the passion to make an impact. If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organisation with purpose, we’d love you to join us.

Company benefits

• 2 paid gifted days (one for your birthday and one at Christmas). • Option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday. • Flexible working opportunities. • Life Assurance. • Competitive pension (you pay 4%, we pay 9%).

After this apprenticeship

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

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