Automation Apprentice

About the Role

As an Automation Assistant Apprentice, you'll help colleagues across Codi Group identify opportunities to improve the way we work through automation, digital tools and smarter processes.

Working alongside colleagues from Finance, IT and operational teams, you'll support the development of workflow solutions, help document and analyse business processes, explore ways technology can improve productivity, and use data to identify opportunities for improvement across the organisation

Alongside your role, you'll complete a three-year Degree Apprenticeship in Applied Data Science at Cardiff Metropolitan University, combining academic learning with practical workplace experience.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Support the creation and implementation of automated workflows and process improvements.
• Learn how digital tools can remove repetitive tasks and create efficiencies.
• Work with colleagues from different areas of the business to understand challenges and identify solutions.
• Help document and analyse business processes.
• Use data and reporting tools to help identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement
• Develop knowledge of automation, data science, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference to how we deliver services across Wales.

Skills and Experience Needed

We're looking for someone who is curious, motivated and eager to learn. You'll enjoy solving problems, thinking logically and finding better ways of doing things. You don't need to have worked in automation before, but you should have an interest in technology, digital tools and how they can improve the way people work.

This role would suit someone who enjoys analysing information, spotting patterns and asking questions. You'll be comfortable working with different people across the organisation, confident to ask questions, challenge existing ways of working and help identify practical solutions that improve efficiency and outcomes.

An interest in data analysis, Microsoft Excel, automation tools, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies would be beneficial, although full training and support will be provided

To be eligible for the Degree Apprenticeship in Applied Data Science, you'll need to meet Cardiff Metropolitan University's entry requirements, which currently include:

• Three A Levels at grades CCC (or 104–112 UCAS Tariff points).

• Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Mathematics/Mathematics Numeracy.

Full details of the qualifications, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification

At Codi Group, we know that talent comes from a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you're excited by this opportunity and believe you could make a positive contribution, we'd encourage you to apply.

Perks, Benefits and a glimpse into our Codi world

This is a three-year Degree Apprenticeship opportunity, with a salary of £24,454.04 and a 37-hour working week, including dedicated time for university study and attendance.

The role will involve travel between our Newport, Cardiff and Swansea offices, as well as attending practical workshops at Cardiff Metropolitan University's Llandaff campus as part of the Degree Apprenticeship programme

We’re committed to supporting a healthy work–life balance, with Monday to Friday working and the option of compressed hours through our 9-day fortnight arrangement. Alongside this, you'll have access to Codi’s employee benefits, wellbeing support, and a range of learning and development opportunities to help you grow throughout your apprenticeship and beyond.

👉 You can view the full range of benefits available to colleagues here: https://codigroup.co.uk/careers

Values

At Codi, our values are Compassionate, Authentic and Progressive. You'll continue to embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.

FREDIE

At Codi Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Codi Group and we encourage you to apply now.

How do you apply?

If you have the skills, potential and commitment to succeed in this apprenticeship, please follow the prompts to apply. As part of the application, we'll ask you a few short questions to help us understand your interest in the role and what you could bring to it:

• Why are you interested in this apprenticeship? What has inspired you to apply, and how do you feel it could support your future development?
• What excites you about joining Codi? Please tell us what stands out to you about working for Codi (in your own words).
• What strengths or qualities would you bring to this apprenticeship? Please include an example of how you've demonstrated one of these through your current role, previous experience, education, or everyday life.

Please keep your answers to around 150 words per question

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Interview on Wednesday 12th or Thursday 13th August in our Cardiff Head Office.

If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact group.talent@codigroup.co.uk or 0300 3735262

Please note we occasionally close a vacancy before the end date as we actively review our applications.

Who are Codi Group?

Codi Group is one of Wales’ largest not-for-profit housing and care organisations, providing safe homes, personalised support, and vibrant communities where people can thrive. In 2024, Codi and Linc merged, combining our shared values and strengths to deliver even better services and create greater opportunities across Wales. Together, we are committed to being compassionate, inclusive, and focused on making a positive difference every day.