Data Analyst Apprentice

Interested in how data can shape the future of healthcare?Want to earn while you learn, gaining hands on experience and a recognised qualification in data analytics?Join the NHSBSA Data team and help turn NHS data into actionable insight. As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you'll be part of a collaborative, purpose driven organisation that supports your growth and wellbeing. You'll work with experienced professionals, learning to collect, analyse and present data that informs NHS decision making. This Level 4 Apprenticeship is a great chance to build a data career while making a real impact. You'll gain practical experience in coding, data science and statistical analysis, while developing key skills like communication, teamwork and problem solving.

Eligibility criteria:

• Not currently in full time education or holding a similar/higher level qualification in this subject.
• Must have the right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK/EU for at least three years.
• Must currently reside in England (per government guidelines).

What do we offer?

• 27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays
• Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours or reduced hours)
• Flexi time
• Hybrid working model
• Career development
• Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
• Excellent pension
• NHS Car lease scheme
• Access to a wide range of benefits and high street discounts

Main duties of the job

As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you'll be involved in a wide range of activities to support our Data & Insight team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with large datasets, cleaning and analysing data
• Assisting in the production of reports, datasets and data products
• Ensuring data quality and reporting any limitations
• Using Business Intelligence tools to visualise and interpret data
• Applying programming languages like SQL, R or Python for data manipulation
• Communicating findings clearly to technical and non technical audiences
• Upholding data security, governance and ethical standards
• Collaborating in team meetings and project groups
• Managing your own learning and development throughout the apprenticeship

You'll also develop soft skills such as independent working, stakeholder engagement, and problem solving, all within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

For a more detailed breakdown of the role and responsibilities please take a look at the job description attached to the advert. We welcome conversations about this opportunity, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you want to find out more.

About us

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.

We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we're proud to be part of something meaningful, that touches millions of lives.

We design our services around customer needs and place people at the heart of our organisation. That's why when you join us, you'll be empowered and supported to help your career grow.

As one of the UK's Best Big Companies to work for, we're connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress.

We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every colleague is heard, supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, and you can join our Lived Experience Networks who help us bring our authentic selves to work.

We're committed to being a flexible employer and we try to offer a working pattern that suits you where possible, through hybrid working, flexible hours and more.

Alongside a competitive salary with pay progression, we offer a people centric benefits package, connecting you to the rewards and benefits you value most!

Ready to join us in delivering business service excellence to the NHS, helping people live longer, healthier lives? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you.

We are people connected to care.

Job responsibilities

Job purpose The NHSBSA creates a wealth of valuable data from the over £100 billion of NHS spend that flows through our systems annually, our Data Teams transform this data into actionable insight, empowering people to make decisions. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals while at the same time working towards a formal, industry recognised Level 4 Data Analytics qualification. This is an exciting opportunity to engage in a range of activities to support Data & Insight, from collecting data to providing insight to inform business decisions. You will learn how to interrogate data and how to provide analysis to both internal and external customers. You will learn about, and work in areas such as: Database Design, Data Visualisation, Cloud Platform Deployment, Interpreting data, Statistical analysis and other analytical techniques, Data Science, Coding, Data Quality, Big Data, Data Structures, Data Security, ethics, and Information Governance. In addition to gaining practical experience, you will, by the end of the apprenticeship, have gained valuable experience in developing a range of soft skills such as: Learning how to work independently: managing your own time and work commitments/deadlines; Learning how to be part of a team working together towards a shared goal; Building and maintaining productive working relationships across the organisation; Preparing for, and participating in team meetings, and actively contributing to decision making; Working with stakeholders: understanding business needs, interpreting them, taking action, and presenting findings; Understanding the importance of data to an organisation, including how it is an asset and how it can be used to drive decision making; Understanding the skills and techniques of problem solving and understanding the impact you can have on the organisation and beyond. You will be a member of a multi disciplinary team, bringing together staff from various skills and disciplines. This role provides a real learning opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in a business setting.

In this role, you are accountable for: 1. Working with large datasets, with an understanding of how to clean, process and analyse data. 2. Assisting in the production of analytical reports, datasets and data products. 3. Ensuring the quality and accuracy of any data used to provide insight and report any data limitations. 4. Using Business Intelligence tools to interrogate, analyse and visualise data. 5. Use programming languages and tools for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization. 6. Communicating findings effectively to technical and non technical audiences. 7. Ensuring data security, information governance and ethical principles are observed. 9. Contributing effectively to team meetings and project working groups. 10. Taking responsibility for maintaining your studies with a commitment to personal development.

In addition to the above accountabilities, as post holder you are expected to: 1. Undertake additional duties and responsibilities in line with the overall purpose of your role and as agreed by your line manager. 2. Demonstrate NHSBSA values and core capabilities in all aspects of your work. 3. Foster an environment where your own and colleagues safety and well being is promoted. 4. Contribute to a culture which values diversity and inclusion. 5. Comply with NHSBSA policies, procedures, and protocols as they apply to your role.

Working relationships Responsible to: DDaT People Manager Key relationships and connections: Data team mentor, Team members Person Specification Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills

• Working under general direction whilst taking initiative and responsibility for delivery of individual tasks.
• Pro active approach to self learning.
• Specialist knowledge consistent with expectations of the apprenticeship programme being studied (level 4 Data analyst).
• Analytical and logical approach to problem solving.
• Confident at data analysis and presenting data.
• Ability to work on multiple activities in a changing environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective team working and working relationships.
• An understanding of data reporting packages and tools.

Experience

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience of analysing data and producing reports.
• Experience of Microsoft Office packages such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
• In depth understanding of data presentation issues.
• Experience of using a Business Intelligence tool.
• Experience of writing code such as SQL, R or Python to manipulate and analyse data.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above.
• Two A levels or equivalent (including one of Maths, Economics, ICT, Computer Science).