Data Engineer Apprentice

As a Data Engineer Apprentice, you’ll learn how data is moved, prepared, and managed behind the scenes so that analysts, services, and leaders can rely on accurate, timely information to make better decisions.

Role

  • Support the ingestion and preparation of data from council systems into our corporate data platforms
  • Help build and maintain data pipelines and structured datasets
  • Assist with monitoring scheduled and overnight data processes
  • Log and manage data‐related incidents and requests through our service management system, working to agreed service levels
  • Support data analysts by ensuring datasets are reliable, well‐structured, and fit for reporting and analysis
  • Help maintain documentation so data flows and processes are clearly understood
  • Provide limited operational support for data integrations between core systems (such as payments into the financial system), acting as cover when required
  • Learn and apply data governance, security, and data protection principles
  • Complete an approved apprenticeship programme alongside your day‐to‐day role

Training

  • A permanent role within the team (subject to funding) 
Apprenticeship Standard
Data technician (level 3)
Training Provider
QA LIMITED
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
Expected Duration
2 Years 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 31st May 2026
Start Date
Monday, 7th September 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade C/4 (Desired)
  • Maths GCSE, grade C/4 (Desired)

About the Employer

Coventry City Council
Coventry is a city that is changing fast and we’re looking for skilled people to join our team and help take us into a bright new future. We are a city that is going places with an inspiring, world-famous history and exciting times ahead. A great place to live and work and it’s getting even better - and having the right infrastructure is vital. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, applicants who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. That’s why we are looking for people who are passionate, dedicated people who, like us, are determined to make real, positive change to Coventry.

Job Details

Company
Coventry City Council
Location
Friargate, Station Square, Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,932 a year
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