Data & Insights Apprentice - Adult Social Care
Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £25,615 Per Annum, Plus Benefits
Location: Shute End, Wokingham
Contract: Contract
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: 27/09/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 713415
Data and Insights Apprentice
2 Year Fixed Term Contract
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data and Insights Apprentice to join us on a full-time, two-year fixed-term contract.
As a Data and Insights Apprentice, you'll complete a Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship while gaining hands‑on experience in Adult Social Care.
You’ll help collect, analyse and present data that supports better decision‑making across the service. This includes producing accurate performance reports, identifying trends and sharing insights that help teams improve outcomes for residents.
You’ll also research and report on changes in Adult Social Care policy, helping the service stay informed and respond to new developments.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award‑Winning Local Authority, that currently scores as one of the highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. We were also ranked the 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.
Wokingham Borough Council is proud to support #SocialCareFuture, a movement working to change how we think about social care. Its goal is simple: everyone should be able to live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, in communities that care and help them do what matters most
This is a great opportunity to build valuable skills, gain practical experience and make a real difference from day one!
Staff Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- GP Helpline 7 days per week
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline
- Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
- Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham)
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Car and Cycle to Work
- Local & Lifestyle Discounts – savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
- Move through Menopause Course
- Sports & Social Group Activities – running, football, cricket, and more
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Employee Networks
- And more!
Key responsibilities:
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Complete a Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship, attending learning sessions, completing assessments and using your new skills in your day-to-day work.
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With support from the Performance Analyst Lead, help respond to requests for data and information. This could include meeting with managers to understand what they need, gathering and analysing data, and presenting your findings in a clear and useful way.
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Help collect and report on internal, regional and national Adult Social Care performance measures. Support investigations into performance trends and help identify the reasons behind changes in the data.
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Produce regular reports and dashboards to help managers and teams understand performance and make informed decisions.
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Keep up to date with changes in Adult Social Care policy and use your research to create a monthly policy bulletin, helping colleagues stay informed about developments that affect the service.
Candidate requirements:
For the role:
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Interest in data demonstrated through education, work experience, volunteering or personal projects
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Data & Insights Apprentice in Wokingham employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Wokingham Borough Council is an exceptional employer for ASYE Social Workers, offering a supportive environment with a dedicated in-house ASYE Programme that fosters professional growth and confidence. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, a free onsite gym, and a range of lifestyle discounts, all while working in a vibrant area known for its excellent transport links and community spirit. With a strong focus on peer support and development, Wokingham has successfully retained over 80% of its ASYE workforce, making it a fantastic place to start your social work career.