Business Intelligence Apprentice

All candidates MUST apply directly via the City of York Council's website to be considered for this opportunity: https://jobs.york.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=748638FEcw&WVID=6279862SsW

Please apply to the above link provided, NOT to QA directly.

Closing date: Thursday 24 October 2024 at 12 midnight

Interviews will be held either during week commencing 4 or 11 November  2024

Employer description:City of York Council is the local authority for the city of York in North Yorkshire. 

Overview:We are looking for two enthusiastic individuals to join the Business Intelligence Team. Our team works with every department in the City of York Council to ensure statutory data returns are submitted in a timely and accurate manner. The team is also responsible for advising colleagues on the best way to interpret and use data.You will be expected to be involved in all aspects of the team’s work. 

Essential knowledge, skills and experience will mainly be gained through working closely with colleagues in the team. A Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship will be gained by the end of the course. 

Salary: £16,591 per annum. 

Tasks will include, but not be limited to: 

• Collect and process data about in order to support a range of data collection requirements.
• Clean and update data held in key information systems in the Local Authority to ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Work closely with departments within the Local Authority to ensure that they have access to a range of key information.
• Support the Business Intelligence Hub in creating data products and evidence bases around wider work of the team – e.g. Children’s Social Care, Adults Social Care, HR, Housing.

Desirable skills: 

• Excellent IT skills with the ability to learn how to use computer software
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff across the council and in partnership organisations (e.g. schools)
• Proven interest in quickly learning to use database software packages and information systemsMicrosoft Excel would be desirable

Due to the nature of the role, high levels of confidentiality will be expected at all times.

Personal qualities: 

• Ability to work well under pressure
• Enthusiasm to learn with a keen eye for detail
• Proven ability to work co-operatively as part of a team and flexible as to the duties undertaken
• Self-motivated with the ability to organise and prioritise work in order to meet tight deadlines
• An interest in self-development and a proven ability to learn new skills quickly

Entry requirements: 

• 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject 
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above) 
• Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject 

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

Predicted grades will be accepted at application stage, but confirmation/certificates will need to be provided before any job offer is made.

Benefits: 

• Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. 
• The Council is highly committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. 
• We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. 
• In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

Future prospects: This is a fixed term apprenticeship employment contract for 17 months however on successful completion of the apprenticeship more permanent job opportunities may be available. The Council has a great track record of success retaining and continue to develop it's apprentices as full-time employees.

All candidates MUST apply directly via the City of York Council's website to be considered for this opportunity: https://jobs.york.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=748638FEcw&WVID=6279862SsW

Please apply to the above link provided, NOT to QA directly.