Data & Digital Degree Apprentice

Wwl; Wigan; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

WWL invites applications for a 3-year Degree Apprenticeship in Data Analytics and Assurance, based at Buckingham Row, Wigan, with remote work one day per week and travel to other sites as needed.

You will work towards a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree, combining paid workplace experience with university study and contributing to data collection, reporting and data products in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level or equivalent.
• Level 2 or GCSE Maths and English, or willingness to complete Functional Skills.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to completing a Level 6-degree apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the full degree apprenticeship programme, including university attendance, portfolio development and workplace assessment.
• Apply learning to workplace activities and service improvement tasks.
• Support data collection, validation, cleansing, analysis and presentation for operational priorities.
• Assist with reports, dashboards, data products and digital tools under supervision.
• Work with colleagues to translate user needs into outputs and present information accessibly.
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering safe, responsive services.

Education

UCAS points 104

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Main area Data & Digital Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Apprenticeship: 3 years (This vacancy is open to all internal and external candidates. NHS Employees should ideally secure their manager’s agreement for a secondment arrangement ideally prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made. This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term basis for 3 years as it is funded on a non-recurrent basis. Whilst this post is advertised on a fixed term / secondment basis there is the potential that this post may become permanent in the future.)

Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (You will be based at Buckingham Row for a minimum of 3 days per week and may also be required to travel to other sites. You will be supported to work remotely for,1 day per week, whilst ensuring the needs of the service are met. You will not be required to work on call.)

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Site Buckingham Row along with other Trust sites and remote working. Town Wigan Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 24/08/2026 23:59

People at the Heart. One Team. Your Career at WWL.

Job overview

We are pleased to offer a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join WWL’s Data Analytics and Assurance Directorate on a 3 year Degree Apprenticeship programme while developing real - world experience in the workplace.

Why this apprenticeship?

Work towards a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree.

• Combine paid workplace experience with university-based learning.
• Develop specialist knowledge in data analytics, data science, data visualisation and digital platforms.
• Apply your learning to real NHS challenges and service improvement opportunities.
• Build capability in delivering data-driven improvements and technology-enabled solutions.
• Receive protected study time in line with apprenticeship requirements.

This vacancy is open to all internal and external candidates. NHS Employees should ideally secure their manager’s agreement for a secondment arrangement ideally prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made.

This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term basis for 3 years as it is funded on a non-recurrent basis. Whilst this post is advertised on a fixed term / secondment basis there is the potential that this post may become permanent in the future.

Please Note: This role is PENDING AFC SALARY BANDING APPROVAL; therefore, salary cannot be fully confirmed until the Banding is approved.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake the full degree apprenticeship programme, including university attendance, independent study, portfolio development, workplace assessment and end-point assessment where applicable.
• Apply learning from the academic programme to workplace activities, service improvement tasks and day-to-day operational delivery.
• Support the collection, validation, cleansing, analysis and presentation of data to inform operational, clinical, corporate and improvement priorities.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, data products and digital tools, using approved systems and under appropriate supervision.
• Work with colleagues to understand user needs, translate requirements into clear outputs and present information in accessible formats for a range of audiences.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to safe, responsive and person-centred services.
• Support the review and improvement of local processes, pathways, systems and ways of working, contributing ideas and evidence from apprenticeship learning.

Working for our organisation

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values.

• People at the Heart
• Listen and Involve
• Kind and Respectful

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. We are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Undertake the full degree apprenticeship programme, including university attendance, independent study, portfolio development, workplace assessment and end-point assessment where applicable.
• Apply learning from the academic programme to workplace activities, service improvement tasks and day-to-day operational delivery.
• Support the collection, validation, cleansing, analysis and presentation of data to inform operational, clinical, corporate and improvement priorities.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, data products and digital tools, using approved systems and under appropriate supervision.
• Work with colleagues to understand user needs, translate requirements into clear outputs and present information in accessible formats for a range of audiences.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to safe, responsive and person-centred services.
• Manage delegated workload effectively, prioritising tasks, meeting agreed deadlines and escalating risks, issues or concerns appropriately.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, managers, service users, patients, carers, university staff and external partners as appropriate to the role.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and data in line with Trust policies, information governance requirements and professional standards.
• Handle data securely and ethically, applying relevant information governance, confidentiality, data protection and cyber security principles.
• Support the review and improvement of local processes, pathways, systems and ways of working, contributing ideas and evidence from apprenticeship learning.
• Participate in supervision, appraisal, reflective practice and ongoing personal development.
• Act at all times within the limits of competence, seeking guidance and support where required.
• Commit to completing all elements of the degree apprenticeship within the agreed timeframe.
• Attend university sessions, workplace learning activities and mandatory apprenticeship reviews.
• Maintain an apprenticeship portfolio or learning record, evidencing progress against knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Use protected learning time appropriately and balance study requirements with service responsibilities.
• Engage constructively with the line manager, workplace mentor, university tutor and apprenticeship team.
• Demonstrate increasing independence and responsibility as competence develops.
• Meet the academic, attendance, conduct and assessment requirements set by the university and apprenticeship standard.

Key Results from Postholder:

• You will communicate professionally and effectively with:
• Line Manager and Apprenticeship Supervisor
• University Tutor and Apprenticeship Programme Team
• Recruiting Department and Wider Directorate Colleagues
• Patients, Service Users, Carers or Members of the Public, where relevant to the role
• Corporate services including Human Resources, Organisational Development, Education and Workforce Teams
• External partners and stakeholders, where appropriate

You will also:

• Work flexibly across the Directorate and the teams, services, and divisions within the Trust.
• Seek out opportunities to develop your understanding of the Trust and the services it provides through the development of effective working relationships.
• Be an advocate for the products and services of Data Analytics and Assurance Team
• Governance, Safety and Professional Standards:

You will:

• Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and statutory requirements relevant to the role.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance, data protection and records management requirements.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating all people with dignity and respect.
• Follow safeguarding policies and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Contribute to a safe working environment by following health and safety, infection prevention and risk management procedures.
• Report incidents, risks or concerns in line with Trust policy.
• Complete statutory, mandatory and role-specific training as required.
• Uphold the standards of conduct expected of NHS staff and any relevant professional or academic code of conduct.

Responsibility for Health and safety, you will:

• Comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, you will be required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
• Work Circumstances:
• You will be based at Buckingham Row for a minimum of 3 days per week and may also be required to travel to other sites.
• You will be supported to work remotely for,1 day per week, whilst ensuring the needs of the service are met.

You will not be required to work on call.

This is a 3-year apprenticeship programme. You will be required to successfully complete and pass the full programme before progressing to the substantive role.

During the apprenticeship, you will be paid in accordance with Agenda for Change Annex 21:

• Year 1: 60% of the top of Band 4 salary
• Year 2: 65% of the top of Band 4 salary
• Year 3: 70% of the top of Band 4 salary

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will move to the entry pay point of Band 4 for a minimum of one year. Following this period, further pay progression will be subject to demonstrating that you meet the defined progression criteria.

Person specification

Minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level, equivalent to grades BCC, or an equivalent

• Provide evidence following successful interview

Level 2 or GCSE Maths and English, or willingness to complete Functional Skills.

• Evidence to be provided at interview

The right to work in the UK.

• Evidence to be provided following successful interview

Commitment to completing a Level 6-degree apprenticeship.

WWL is part of the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment.

We recognise continuous or ‘unbroken’ service from any Greater Manchester Local Authority, NHS organisation, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. This ensures access to our service-related benefits.

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