Data Apprentice - West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service

Are you ready to kickstart your career in data and digital services? West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is on the lookout for a curious, motivated and detail-loving Data Apprentice to join our dynamic Data Team.

This is your chance to learn on the job, gain a recognised qualification and make a real impact in a life-saving organisation. You’ll work with experienced professionals, get hands-on with tools like Power BI and help turn raw data into powerful insights that drive smarter decisions.

We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37-hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym and an Employee Assistance Program.

The Role

As a Data Apprentice, you’ll be diving into the world of data to help us make smarter, faster decisions that save lives. You’ll learn how to source, clean, analyse and present data that powers everything from frontline operations to strategic planning. Working alongside experienced data professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised qualification, building the skills you need for a future in data, tech or digital services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing, formatting and analysing data from trusted sources.
  
• Building dashboards and reports to tell compelling stories with data.
  
• Supporting data quality and cleansing activities.
  
• Learning about GDPR and ethical data use.
  
• Collaborating with teams across the organisation.
  
• Communicating findings to both techies and non-techies.
  

Essential requirements:

• GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
  
• Experience using Excel and Microsoft 365 tools
  
• A keen eye for detail and a love of problem-solving
  
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 or 4 data qualification
  
• Great communication skills, desire to learn and inquisitive mind
  

Key Details:

• Location: Headquarters, Bradford Road, Birkenshaw, West Yorkshire, BD11 2DY
  
• Salary: £25,185 to £25,989 per annum.
  
• 37 Hours Per Week
  
• Monday - Friday
  

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you'll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

Your training plan

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Working towards Level 3 Data technician apprenticeship standard including any necessary Functional Skills or additional qualifications. Full training and support will be provided by your workplace mentor and from the Learning Curve Group.