Apprentice Data Analyst

Trafford College
Stockport
2 days ago
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Role: Apprenticeship Data Analyst


Hours: 36.25 Hours per week


Salary: £25,260 - £25,896 per annum


Employer Pension Contribution: 20.8% (£5072.20 - £5,199.91)


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The Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for an experienced Apprenticeship Data Analyst to join the MIS Systems and Business Intelligence team to help us achieve our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.


The Role

Join our MIS Systems and Business Intelligence team as a Data Analyst Apprentice, creating impactful reports, queries, and dashboards that support decision‑making across the College. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, deliver great customer service, and complete a Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship as part of the role.


About you

You’re curious, proactive, and eager to grow your skills in data and reporting. You enjoy solving problems, working with data, and supporting others. You’re comfortable learning new technologies and are motivated to deliver high‑quality work.


You’ll have an eye for detail and the ability to produce accurate reports, dashboards, and analysis. You’re confident communicating with a range of staff and stakeholders — whether by email, phone, or in person — and you take pride in offering excellent customer service.


You’re someone who likes understanding how systems work, exploring data sources, and helping colleagues use reports effectively. You’re organised, able to follow a full project lifecycle, and committed to testing your work thoroughly.


You’ll be flexible during busy periods, happy to support key college processes, and keen to develop professionally through ongoing training and your Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship. Above all, you care about contributing to a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment for staff and students.


About TSCG – Making a difference together

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), we’re more than just a workplace – we’re a community where everyone belongs. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you feel valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. It doesn’t matter if you’re teaching in the classroom, working behind the scenes, or leading from the front, your role makes a real difference.


Why join us?

Becoming part of TSCG means joining an ambitious, forward‑thinking college group dedicated to shaping brilliant futures. Whether you’re supporting learners on their journey, driving innovation, or helping to build strong employer partnerships, you’ll be part of a team that believes in collaboration, growth, and making a positive impact.


Exceptional Benefits Package

At TSCG, we believe in rewarding our team for their dedication and hard work. Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, professional growth, and overall job satisfaction while ensuring you are valued every step of the way. Join our team and enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes:



  • 40 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%
  • Onsite Costa Coffee & subsidised staff canteen
  • Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
  • Tailored Professional Development plan
  • Free onsite parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.


Staff at Trafford & Stockport College Group go above and beyond to ensure that our students get the best possible teaching and support to enable them to reach their ambitions. We expect the very highest standards for all students, and this is evidenced year after year by our achievement and progression outcomes. If you are passionate about championing inclusion, fostering positive employee experiences, and making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


TSCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.


The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.


Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.


The role is open to direct applicants only.


Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.


** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment **


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