Apprenticeship Overview
The broad purpose of the occupation is to source, format and present data securely in a relevant way for analysis using basic methods; to communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience; analyse structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes; blend data from multiple sources as directed and apply legal and ethical principles when manipulating data.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with a wide range of stakeholders including colleagues, managers, customers and internal and external suppliers. They would typically work as a member of a team; this may be office based or virtual. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for collecting and processing data under the guidance of a senior colleague or multiple colleagues across the business. This may vary by sector and size of the organisation. An employee would mainly be responsible for their own work but may have the opportunity to mentor others.
Data Technician & AI Integration
AI is embedded into the Level 3 Data Technician qualification by showing how it supports data cleaning, pattern spotting, and basic automation. You will explore tools that use AI to sort, filter, and visualise data more efficiently, helping you understand trends and make decisions. It’s a great way to introduce smart tech that boosts productivity and brings data to life!
You will also complete two free courses during your apprenticeship that are appropriate to your role within the industry, in both Generative AI and also Power BI or Looker Studio.
Benefits for Employers
- Remote Delivery Option: Flexible delivery models mean apprenticeships can be tailored to suit your operational needs, including remote learning and support.
- Early Access to Emerging Talent: Observe potential recruits in action.
- Inclusive Recruitment: Accessing a broader, more diverse pool of young learners.
Candidates for this course should be working in a related sector.
All applications will be reviewed on an individual basis. If you have experience or previous knowledge that will support your application please remember to include it. Apprentices without level 2 English and maths, aged 16-18, will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment.
Under new rules, apprentices aged 19 and over will no longer be required to achieve a Level 2 functional skills qualification in English and Maths to complete their apprenticeship. Although, the decision will be at the employers discretion, and apprentices are encouraged to discuss these requirements with their employer or training provider.
Training and assessment fee £12,000
Levy employers 100% contribution required.
Non-levy employers Co-invested government contribution 95% Employer 5% £600
Apprentices must not incur any costs
Employer Incentive for Hiring a new Apprentice apprenticeships.gov.uk/employers/financial-incentives
National Insurance Contributions are not required by employers with apprentices under the age of 25 earning less than £827 a week.
