NAS Apprentice - Data Technician

Job Description

Newham Apprenticeship Scheme 2026/27 – Data Technician

London Living Wage £14.80p/h (£27,782 Annual Salary)

Applications are welcomed only from Newham residents (E6, E7, E12, E13, E15, E16 and E20) with a desire to make a difference in the local community and with a commitment to improving their skills.  

About Us

Newham is a young, vibrant and ambitious borough and we are at the forefront of significant challenges. By focusing on building resilience, we are tackling deprivation and creating a more prosperous future for our residents. The borough aims to transform the lives of people in Newham and make it a place where people choose to live, work and stay.

The London borough of Newham is working to ensure Newham is a place where there is greater investment in public spaces, more opportunities for younger people, more jobs and a decrease in benefit dependency, quality housing for residents, a greater choice when accessing council services and high-quality health care delivered around individual needs.

Newham has many ambitious and interesting times ahead and we would love you to share these times with us as an apprentice seeking a new challenge.

About the Job

The Newham Apprenticeship Scheme offers an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career, whether you are entering the workforce for the first time, returning after a career break, or looking to move into a new profession.

As an apprentice, you will earn while you learn, gaining valuable workplace experience alongside experienced professionals who will support your development. Through a combination of practical, on-the-job learning and formal study, you will build the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to succeed in your chosen career. There may also be opportunities to progress onto higher-level or degree apprenticeships in the future, allowing you to continue your professional development without the burden of tuition fees or student debt.

The role of Apprentice Data Technician forms part of the Newham Apprenticeship Scheme and provides an exciting opportunity to develop a career in data and digital services within the Council. As an Apprentice Data Technician, you will join a dedicated team responsible for collecting, managing, analysing, and reporting data that supports decision-making and helps improve services for residents.

During your apprenticeship, you will develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining experience in areas such as data management, data quality, reporting, and the use of digital tools and systems. Whilst based within a specific service area, you will be expected to work flexibly and collaborate with colleagues across different teams to support organisational objectives and deliver positive outcomes for Newham residents.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain sought-after data skills, build a recognised qualification, and make a meaningful contribution to improving local services and communities.

DETAILS OF JOB

• See attached Job Description 

As an apprentice at Newham you will receive: 

• Quality training, to include up to one day a week formal training

• Two years fixed-term contract with Newham Council 

• Line management and colleague support

• Access to a mentor

• Being part of an apprenticeship network

• Additional training opportunities 

• Support to enhance your CV and interview skills 

• Up to 24 days’ annual leave exclusive of three additional days that 

  • are taken between 26th December and 3rd January. All employees 

  • receive 8 public holidays per year.

• 36 hour working week

• Flexible working (where appropriate)

About You

Applications are welcomed only from Newham residents (E6, E7, E12, E13, E15, E16 and E20) with a desire to make a difference in the local community and with a commitment to improving their skills. 

We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work as part of a team. 

To be successful as an Apprentice, you must have great time management skills and be willing to fit into the existing team structure. You must demonstrate the council’s values and behaviours in all that you do.  Outstanding Apprentices are those who respond well to criticism, build good relationships with colleagues, and ultimately make a positive lasting impression.

You will be able to demonstrate the following: 

• GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work well as part of a team and use own initiative.

• A commitment to deliver high-quality services to Newham residents and a knowledge of local issues.

• Organisational skills with the ability to focus on achieving targets.

• Reliability and punctuality

• Good ICT skills

• A commitment to undertake and complete a qualification via a structured apprenticeship training programme.

• Basic level of work experience

About The Training

You will be undertaking a professional apprenticeship standard. Details of which can be found below:

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To successfully complete the Apprenticeship, not only must you meet the performance standards required, but you will also need meet the off-the job learning requirements. 

If you don’t already have GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent you may need to complete Functional Skills training in Maths and English as part of your apprenticeship.   

Your responsibilities will include:

• Attending all classes

• Learning and developing practical skills, 

• Participating in classes and workshops on and offsite, 

• Observing all employee processes and procedures, 

• Completing tests and assignments

• Delivering presentations to colleagues and other stakeholders. 

You should be well-organised, flexible, and willing to assist wherever possible.

The London Borough of Newham is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview.

The London Borough of Newham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

In addition, the Authority reserves the right to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSE account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards).

Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please email the hiring manager. 

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