Data Analyst Degree Apprentice
Join Ascent Flight Training as a Data Analyst Apprentice and work alongside data professionals to collect, analyse, and interpret data, delivering insights that improve operational performance and student outcomes. You will complete a degree-level apprenticeship while gaining real-world experience.
Role
As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you’ll learn how to:
- Collect, cleanse and organise data from multiple internal systems
Analyse datasets to identify trends, patterns, and performance issues - Produce dashboards, reports and visualisations for stakeholders
Support data quality, governance, and documentation processes - Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and business questions
- Use analytical tools and programming (e.g. Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI)
- Present findings and recommendations to non-technical audiences
- Contribute to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives
You’ll gain experience across different areas of the business, working alongside experienced professionals who will mentor and support you.
You will be able to:
- Earn while you learn – no student debt
- Work on exciting, real-world aviation projects
- Get a recognised Level 4 qualification
- Learn from industry experts
- Build skills that are in demand in every industry
- Have opportunities to progress your career after your apprenticeship
Training
- Apprenticeship Standard BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions Level 6
- University attendance 1 day/week at University Centre Weston (UCW)
- UCW Assessor
- The potential for a permanent position
- Career progression into roles such as: Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Data Scientist
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
- Training Provider
- WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday. Exact working pattern to be confirmed on appointment.
- Expected Duration
- 4 Years
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Sunday, 26th July 2026
- Start Date
- Friday, 4th September 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Use of initiative
- Interest in how projects work
- Experience of Excel/data tools
- Databases/data structures
- Basic Programming
- Data visualisation Tools
Qualifications
- or equivalent in English GCSE, grade 4/C or above (Essential)
- or equivalent in Maths GCSE, grade 4/C or above (Essential)
- or equivalent in any subject A Level, grade C or above (Essential)
- or equivalent in any subject A Level, grade B or above (Essential)
- or equivalent in any subject A Level, grade B or above (Essential)
- or equivalent in Maths A Level, grade C or above (Desired)
- Relevant Subject Level 4 Apprenticeship, grade Pass + (Desired)
About the Employer
ASCENT FLIGHT TRAINING (MANAGEMENT) LIMITED
Ascent Flight Training is a joint venture between Lockheed Martin and Babcock International, responsible for delivering the UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS). We train the next generation of Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, and Army pilots, using advanced aircraft, simulators, and training systems.
Joining the Ascent Business Intelligence team is a great opportunity to kick-start your career, giving you hands-on experience working with real data, modern tools like Power BI and cloud platforms, and the chance to contribute to projects that make a genuine impact across the business; as part of a supportive and forward-looking team, you’ll learn from experienced professionals, develop valuable skills in analytics, data engineering and emerging technologies, and follow a clear career path—all within an environment that encourages curiosity, fresh ideas, and continuous learning.