Systems and BI Degree Apprentice

Using tools, development environments and languages such as T-SQL, Reporting Services, Integration Services, Power BI, C#.NET and Tribal EBS, the successful candidate will be supported by experienced developers and analysts throughout a 3 year fully funded degree apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

1.      Support the development of business reports and dashboards to provide insights into performance

2.      Help collect, clean, and prepare data from multiple systems for analysis and reporting

3.      Write and maintain SQL queries to extract and transform data

4.      Assist in building and improving internal software applications and data tools

5.      Review, test, and fix issues in reports, dashboards, and software solutions

6.      Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions

7.      Follow development best practice, including version control and testing

8.      Document solutions, data sources, and processes clearly for future use

9.      Ensure data and systems are handled securely and in line with company standards

Essential Criteria Required

Strong problem-solving abilities with a logical and analytical approach Understanding of fundamental programming concepts
Strong attention to detail Excellent organisation and planning skills    Excellent customer service skills - Personable, approachable and helpful Strong numeracy skills and an ability to apply basic mathematical concepts within a technical environment Experience of Microsoft Office applications i.e Excel Commitment to the delivery of excellent support to our students Self-motivated and enthusiastic, with a desire to learn and develop new skills A positive team player who can collaborate well with others and contribute to a supportive working environment

Desirable Criteria Required

Exposure to one or more programming languages (through education, training, or personal projects) Basic understanding of software development environments Experience of querying databases using T-SQL

Training:

The apprentice will undertake the Level 6 Digital Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship. 

Training will be delivered 1 day per week, starting in September 2026. The apprentice will start work before this date. 

Training Outcome:
Potential progression into full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:

At Burnley College, we place our learners at the heart of everything we do. Whether it’s through post-GCSE studies, apprenticeships, or university-level courses, we’re committed to building futures and changing lives. Our ethos of continuous improvement and learner-centric education makes us a beacon of quality and innovation.

Working Hours :
A flexible approach to the working hours is required, in line with the needs of the College. Core hours are as follows: Monday– Thursday 8:40am– 5:00pm Friday 8:40am– 4:35pm (One hour lunch break each day)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Planning skills,Positive,Self-motivated,Enthusiastic