Data Technician (Tech And Data) Level 3 Apprenticeship

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Data Technician (Tech and Data) Level 3 Apprenticeship

What we offer

• You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow: 
• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household 
• Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel 
• Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays 
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme 
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more 

Duration

• 2 years 3 months

Entry Requirements 

It is a requirement that during your apprenticeship you must achieve Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE Grade C (Grade 4 and above) in Maths and English before your End Point Assessment. If you do not have these qualifications, you’ll be supported to achieve them.

This is a technical role and although no prior technical knowledge is required, it will be beneficial. 

You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.

You must be 18 years of age before the start date to be eligible for this scheme. 

Proposed start date

• 9th September 2024

Job Overview 

Our Tech & Data teams focus on what’s behind the millions of daily transactions on London’s transport network. In this role you will be working across a variety of roles within our Data team on a number of exciting projects, such as gaining insights from our WiFi data on the tube to understanding the complexities of our road network and all the vast data that it has to offer. As well as looking at new and exciting ways to make our data more accessible and bring the insight that it holds to life.

What will I be doing?  

As an apprentice, your 2-year development programme will be made up of up to 5 placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every apprentice’s journey is unique. Here’s an idea of what yours could look like:

• Placement 1 – Product Owner – 3 months – Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements gathering, User Story breakdown
• Placement 2 – Data Architect - 3 months - Requirements Analysis, Data definition, Data Mapping
• Placement 3 – Developer – 6 Months – Requirements Understanding, Development, Unit Testing 
• Placement 4 – Visualisation Developer – 6 months – Visualisation Development, User Acceptance Testing, Ops Hand Over
• Placement 5 – Tester – 6 months – Test Plan, Automated Test scripts, Test Exit Reports

There will be some flexibility in the placements within the scheme, but we would want people to get a full rounded view across the team of all the roles to ensure the right fit for them longer term.  No placement is 100% compulsory as there will be some cross over in areas depending on the project work and if people have a desire for a specific long-term area where we can ensure more focus.  

Where can this career take me?

Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off in to a number of roles within D&A such as a Developer, Visualisation Developer etc which could lead to further career development opportunities such as moving in to a Senior role or the technical lead for a discipline.

There will be further opportunities to upskill and becoming accredited in a number of areas that are relevant to the technology stack of the department.

What training and support will you get? 

You will be working towards a Level 3df536064ed045846330f1d2895422ac qualification by completing a portfolio of work and a professional discussion. 

Whilst on the scheme, we’ll support your technical development through a wide range of on-the-job practical experiences and placements.  

Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.

You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:

• Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development
• Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility
• Buddy: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation
• Development adviser: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL

What do we look for?

Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:

• Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work
• Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together
• Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate

About Transport for London

We’re the integrated transport authority responsible for meeting Mayor Sadiq Khan's strategy and commitments on transport in London. We run the day-to-day operation of the Capital's public transport network and manage London's main roads.

With such a vast and varied transport network, no two days at TfL are the same but we have one key purpose: to keep London moving. Working at TfL gives you the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on London and Londoners.

How to apply

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