Data Analyst Apprentice - Level 4

Civil Aviation Authority; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Aviation Authority is seeking a Data Analyst Apprentice based at Gatwick. You will help create and improve management information through metrics, dashboards, and monthly reports, sourcing data from trusted sources and presenting insights securely.

The role emphasizes data-management, analytical thinking, and IT/mathematical skills, with a 24-month fixed-term contract and hybrid working arrangements from Gatwick.

Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness & understanding of data-management.
• Logical and creative thinking skills.
• Proven IT and mathematical skills.
• Quality-focused with good attention to detail.
• Willing to qualify to Data Analyst Level 4 standard.

Responsibilities

• To support & assist the team in creating and improving management information using metrics, dashboards, and reporting.
• Develop the reporting capability through a series of data dashboards, aggregating data from disparate sources and translating it into monthly reports providing meaningful business insights.
• Source data from already identified, trusted sources in secure manner.
• Producing reports containing key business management information.
• Assist in the maintenance, quality, and consistency of key business management information.
• Blend data by combining data from various sources and formats to explore its relevance for business needs.
• Validate results of analysis using various techniques.
• Communicate results verbally through reports and technical documentation.
• Store, manage and share data securely.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

IT skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Willing to qualify to Data Analyst Level 4 standard

Job description

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Date: 4 Aug 2026

Location: Gatwick, GB

Salary: £23,133 per annum

ContractType: 24 Month Fixed Term Contract

Security Level: BPSS

Location: Gatwick/Hybrid– min4daysMonday to Thursday for the first 3 months

Visa Restrictions: This position does not offer visa sponsorship

Closing Date:Sunday 23rdAugust 2026

Interview Date: w/c 14th September 2026

We are the UK's aviationand aerospaceregulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

• To support &assistthe teamin creating and improving management informationusingmetrics, dashboards, and reporting. Formatting and presenting the data securely in a relevant way. Using basic methods; to communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience.
• To support & assist the team to:
• Develop the reporting capability through a series of data dashboards, aggregating data from disparate sources and translating it into monthly reports providing meaningful business insights.
• Source data from already identified, trusted sources in secure manner.
• Producing reports containing key business management information.
• Assist in the maintenance, quality, and consistency of key business management information.
• Blend data by combining data from various sources and formats to explore its relevance for business needs.
• Validate results of analysis using various techniques.
• Communicate results verbally through reports and technical documentation.
• Store, manage and share data securely.

About You

To be successfulin this role you should possess:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness & understanding of data-management.
• Logical and creative thinking skills.
• Proven IT and mathematical skills.
• Quality-focused with good attention to detail.
• Willing to qualify toData Analyst Level 4standard.

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holdersmust undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

BPSS -

To be vettedyou must have the right to workin the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken.

If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.

The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked tocompletea declaration of interest.

Relocation & Property

The CAA will be relocating from AviationHouse (Our Gatwick Office) to new premises in a few years’ time. Our move is driven by strategic, operational and environmental considerations.

We will be moving to a new local home, up to a 15-mile radius of Aviation House, to minimise disruption for our valued colleagues and customers.

We are now working with colleagues and visitors to understand what we need in our new office, before we start our property search. We will sell Aviation House and land, vacate the site and move to new premises, but we do not expect to move before 2028

Inclusive Recruitment

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, candidates who meet theminimumrequirements will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about theDisability Confident Scheme . If yourequireany adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Use of Artificial Intelligence by candidates in the CAA recruitment process

We recognise that many of our candidates find Artificial Intelligence to be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factuallyaccurateand taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has beenidentified(presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be rejected on that basis.

Working With Us

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