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Data Science Apprenticeship Level 6

Salary Range
£24,836 - £24,836
£2,070 - £2,070 / mo

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Position Overview & Specifications

Data Science Degree Apprenticeship Level 6 - Wales

Working Patterns: Fixed Term/Apprenticeship

Salary: From National min £24,836, London min £27,696 (salary may vary depending upon department and location)

Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Croydon, Darlington, Fareham, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Salford, Sheffield, York

In England our provider York St John have campuses in York and in London. The majority of learning will be conducted virtually. The programme will be 42 months, with the last six months being dedicated to the End Point Assessment

Closing Date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Tuesday 7th March 2023

Are you fascinated by data science and the tools and skills that aid problem solving?

Do you seek to apply mathematics to solve problems?

Would you like an amazing experience, an attractive starting salary and the opportunity to continue your studies at university?

If you are looking for a career change with a pathway into the Civil Service, or a recent school leaver unsure whether to choose between continuing your study or work, then this could just be the role for you.

Job description

The Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in maths and data, to work towards a recognised degree alongside full time employment in government.

If you are unsure on the next step in your career, unsure if university is right for you, then please consider this role.

Roles could include:

  • Conducting data analysis and visualization of key datasets used to produce the required statistics.
  • Producing design documents and diagrams for data processing systems, considering the statistical or data processing methods that are needed for the task, as well as the design of the overall data model.
  • Maintaining and reviewing documentation for statistical and data processing functions, as well as data processing pipelines

In England our provider York St John have campuses in York and in London. The majority of learning will be conducted virtually. The programme will be 42 months, with the last six months being dedicated to the End Point Assessment.

Want to find out more? For full details, click APPLY to go to the Civil Service Jobs website.

Qualifications:

To apply for this apprenticeship, you will need to have, or hope to obtain by September 2022 the following:

  • GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above and,
  • Three A-Levels: two of which must be at grade C or above; one of which must be in mathematics

Or;

  • An A-Level in Mathematics and a Level 4 apprenticeship in a similar subject (i.e. Level 4 Data Analytics)

Candidate are required to fill in the ‘GSS_Apprenticeship_Qualification_Form' document that’s attached to full job description. Failure to complete and attach this form will result in your application being rejected.

Benefits:

  • Have the opportunity to work across a range of government departments, agencies and other public bodies playing a pivotal role in government decision making
  • Contribute to society with a unique chance to work on a breadth of projects and issues that make a real difference for the public good
  • Challenge and stretch yourself to develop your career and reach your full potential
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible working hours
  • Highly competitive pension

This breadth of opportunity is what sets the Civil Service apart from any other employer.

Want to find out more? For full details, benefits pack and to apply, click APPLY to go to the Civil Service Jobs website.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: From £24,836.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Gym membership
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness programme
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, E14 2BA

Application deadline: 07/03/2023
Reference ID: 264178

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Data Science Apprenticeship Level 6 roles across Office for National Statistics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

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3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,836 - £24,836 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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