Data Analyst Apprentice
Over four years, you will gain practical experience, whilst studying towards a recognised Degree Apprenticeship. The role supports the development of data models, analytics, reporting, solution design, IT governance, cyber awareness and digital transformation activities. You will work with senior specialists across various IT teams.
Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Business & Requirements Analysis: Critically analyse business domains, gather requirements and translate them into solution designs
- Data Modelling & Data Solutions: Support modelling of organisational information needs and assist in building data structures
- Cyber Security & Risk Awareness: Support simple IT security risk assessments and follow good security practice
- Digital & Technology Solutions: Apply systematic methodologies for planning and delivering small technology or data projects
- Networking & Infrastructure Awareness: Understand basics of network design and support related documentation
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Present findings clearly to both technical and non‐technical audiences
- Continuous Professional Development: Participate in structured and self‐directed learning as part of apprenticeship requirements
Training
- Apprentices will undertake the level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship programme delivered by the University of Staffordshire
- Teaching will be a mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training delivered face-to-face in university and online weekly sessions. The programme is delivered using a blended learning model
- Apprentices will attend university for 1 week of study per semester each academic year
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve their BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions.
- On completion of the apprenticeship, the individual would be well placed to progress into a Data Analyst role, applying their technical skills and business understanding to deliver meaningful insights, partnering with stakeholders to explore data, identify trends and support decision‐making
- This progression marks a shift from learning the fundamentals to actively shaping how data is used across the organisation, providing a strong foundation for future development into senior analytics, specialist or leadership roles
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
- Training Provider
- UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday between 8.00am - 5.00pm, with an hour for lunch.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years 6 Months
- Positions Available
- 2
- Closing Date
- Friday, 1st 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
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
- Grade Minimum 112 UCAS Points Other, grade B,B,C or equivalent (Essential)
About the Employer
DALKIA GROUP LIMITED
Dalkia is a leading technical services group jointly owned by EDF and Dalkia, operating nationwide across the UK. With c.4,000 employees and a people‐first culture, we combine deep technical expertise with a collaborative, innovative approach. Our Group functions (HR, Legal, Finance, QSHE, IT and Communications) support Business Units across the UK, enabling them to deliver exceptional service and shape our strategic objectives.