Data & Finance Technician Apprentice
Passionate about problem‑solving, numbers, and technology? As a Level 3 Data & Finance Technician Apprentice at Sandwell Council, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while supporting the SEN Team’s Data & Finance Officers with vital data and finance tasks.
Role
Your main jobs and duties will include:
- Provide confidential, secure, and efficient support to the Data and Finance Officers in the Special Educational Needs (SEN) Team
- Assist with IT systems including emails, spreadsheets, databases, and Microsoft applications to produce reports and maintain records
- Collect, collate, and manage data and financial information as directed
- Maintain accurate electronic filing systems and log information on the Synergy system
- Carry out data entry and financial entries under supervision
- Provide technical support and assistance where appropriate
- Understand and apply the Council’s financial policies
- Maintain accurate financial records, spreadsheets, and budget reports
- Prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines and ensure work meets council standards, regulations, and legislation
- Uphold confidentiality at all times in line with the Council’s Code of Conduct and GDPR
- Promote equality, inclusivity, and sensitivity to the needs of disadvantaged groups, acting as a role model in line with the Equalities Act 2010
- Undertake other duties as required to support the objectives of the Thematic Area, appropriate to grade and ability
- Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Council’s Health and Safety policies
Training
At the end you will gain a Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship qualification. This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate.
The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% Off The Job Training and a robust programme of Mandatory Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include:
- Fire Awareness
- Prevent
- Safeguarding
- Data Protection
- Cyber Security and Equality & Diversity
- The post is offered on a fixed-term contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship training
- You will receive support and guidance to identify and apply for any further apprenticeships or internal jobs that you are suitably experienced and qualified for
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Data technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- QA LIMITED
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday - between the hours of 8.00am - 5.00pm
- Expected Duration
- 2 Years 3 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Monday, 5th January 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 2nd March 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Willingness to learn
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Self-motivated
- Positive and enthusiastic
- Able to follow instructions
- Maintain confidentiality
Qualifications
- English Language GCSE, grade A-C/9-4 /L2 equivalent (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade A-C/9-4 /L2 equivalent (Essential)
- one other subject outside of English Lang. & Maths GCSE, grade A-C/9-4 /L2 equivalent (Essential)
- IT GCSE, grade A-C/9-4 /L2 equivalent (Desired)
About the Employer
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.