Data Apprentice
First Choice Homes Oldham
Oldham (Ol1 1BE)
Closes in 14 days (Friday 21 August 2026)
Posted on 6 August 2026
Contents
Summary
Looking to build a long-term career in data? Look no further! Kick-start your career with a Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship at First Choice Homes Oldham, delivered in partnership with Kaplan. This is an exciting opportunity to develop sought-after analytical and technical skills while earning a salary and working towards a nationally recognised qualification. As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience, working alongside experienced professionals. You'll develop practical skills in data analysis, reporting and problem-solving giving you a strong foundation for a successful career in data.If you're curious, analytical and eager to learn, this apprenticeship offers the perfect combination of real-world experience, expert training and career development. Start your journey today and take the first step towards an exciting future in one of the UK's fastest-growing professions.
- Wage
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£24,454.04 a year
- Training course
- Data analyst (level 4)
- Hours
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9am- 5pm
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 28 September 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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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
- Support the Data Team in maintaining and improving data quality across FCHO systems
- Assist with the production, validation and distribution of management information and performance reports
- Work with colleagues to understand information requirements and reporting needs
- Assist with data analysis activities to identify trends, insights, risks and opportunities
- Support data governance activities including data definitions and data catalogues
- Help investigate data quality issues and support corrective actions
- Support data literacy initiatives and preparation of training materials
- Work on digital transformation and customer experience improvement projects as designated by Digital and Technology management
- Help document data flows, systems and business processes
- Complete all apprenticeship learning, assignments and assessments, while applying learning to real FCHO projects
Where you'll work
22 Union St
Oldham
Ol1 1BE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
Training course
Data analyst (level 4)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Use data systems securely to meet requirements and in line with organisational procedures and legislation including principles of Privacy by Design
- implement the stages of the data analysis lifecycle
- apply principles of data classification within data analysis activity
- analyse data sets taking account of different data structures and database designs
- assess the impact on user experience and domain context on data analysis activity
- identify and escalate quality risks in data analysis with suggested mitigation or resolutions as appropriate
- undertake customer requirements analysis and implement findings in data analytics planning and outputs
- identify data sources and the risks and challenges to combination within data analysis activity
- apply organizational architecture requirements to data analysis activities
- apply statistical methodologies to data analysis tasks
- apply predictive analytics in the collation and use of data
- collaborate and communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders using appropriate styles and behaviours to suit the audience
- use a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series forecasting and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends and patterns in data
- collate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data and convert into infographics, reports, tables, dashboards and graphs
- select and apply the most appropriate data tools to achieve the optimum outcome
- Use data systems securely to meet requirements and in line with organisational procedures and legislation including principles of Privacy by Design
- implement the stages of the data analysis lifecycle
- apply principles of data classification within data analysis activity
- analyse data sets taking account of different data structures and database designs
- assess the impact on user experience and domain context on data analysis activity
- identify and escalate quality risks in data analysis with suggested mitigation or resolutions as appropriate
- undertake customer requirements analysis and implement findings in data analytics planning and outputs
- identify data sources and the risks and challenges to combination within data analysis activity
- apply organizational architecture requirements to data analysis activities
- apply statistical methodologies to data analysis tasks
- apply predictive analytics in the collation and use of data
- collaborate and communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders using appropriate styles and behaviours to suit the audience
- use a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series forecasting and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends and patterns in data
- collate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data and convert into infographics, reports, tables, dashboards and graphs
- select and apply the most appropriate data tools to achieve the optimum outcome
Training schedule
Ideal for new talent in the organisation with an activeinterest in data or existing staff taking on a more data centric role orJunior/aspiring Data Analysts working in any industry or sector.
Our Data Analyst apprenticeship programme integrates sixmodules of technical training with work based projects. This ensures thatlearning and skills are directly applied to the apprentice’s role, andmaximises the time used as part of off-the-job training.
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate
- Data and Visualisation using SAS®
- Data Analysis and Statistics
- SQL and Data Modelling
- Exploring Data Science using Python and R
- Data Challenge workshop
- Online development sessions (Optional)
An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you areundertaking and you must dedicate some of your time towards it.
More training information
Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. We are one of the UK’s leading training providers for finance and accountancy qualifications and train thousands of accountants each year.
We have been educating and training students for over 70 years and have helped thousands of people achieve their career goals. We offer apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 7 and cover Accountancy & Tax, Banking & Finance and Data & IT.
We offer study methods to suit all types of learning, whether you want to be face-to-face, or left alone to study in your own time.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 9 - 5 )
- English (grade 9 - 5 )
A Level in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
About this employer
At First Choice Homes Oldham, we are more than a housing provider. We are a community-focused organisation committed to providing quality homes, excellent services and building stronger communities. Our culture is built around six values: We listen, We own, We care, We act, We learn and We keep it simple. These values shape how we work with our customers, our communities and each other. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, inclusive and ambitious. Colleagues are encouraged to share ideas, take ownership and look for better ways of working, while being supported to learn and develop. We value different perspectives and aim to create an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to be themselves. What makes us stand out is the opportunity to make a genuine difference. Whether colleagues are supporting customers directly, maintaining homes or delivering services behind the scenes, everyone plays a part in helping us provide safe, high-quality homes and strengthen our communities.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Options to develop and grow in our data team or access to other opportunities in the organisation.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
Kaplan
kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk
0161 259 7400
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046709.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Friday 21 August 2026)
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