Job Description

About the team we are recruiting to

The Planning and Performance Directorate is at the heart of the City Council, helping us drive performance and understand how we can best meet the diverse needs of our residents and deliver effective services.


We are leading the use of data and technology to support the Council's work, exploring how improved data and technology can enhance our processes and make it easier for residents to access the support they need. The Performance and Insights Team champions a culture of better decisions using data, evidence and engagement across the city and the Council. The Performance and Insights team consists of over twenty analysts brought together from around the organisation with different backgrounds and skills to support services to deliver data-driven change.


We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.


What is the job role?

We're on a mission to become a fully data?driven council -- and we want you to be part of it. As a Data Apprentice, you'll help turn raw information into insights that genuinely shape the lives of Coventry residents.


You'll join a dynamic, curious and innovative team where no two days look the same. Expect to collaborate with analysts, technical specialists and community?focused teams while building your skills from the ground up.


You'll learn how to:

Work with colleagues and partners to understand what data they need Team up with technical experts to create real solutions Build dashboards and visuals that anyonecan understand Turn messy datasets into clear, meaningful stories Support insight work that shapes services for new and existing communities

This apprenticeship is hands?on, purpose?driven and perfect for anyone who wants to start a career in data while creating real impact.


You will undertake the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship standard. Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on: Data analyst / Skills England


This apprenticeship role is a fixed-term contract for 24 months in line with the length of the apprenticeship training

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

Who are we looking for?

You'll smash this role if you:

Enjoy problem?solving and exploring data from different angles Can communicate clearly -- whether that's writing, presenting or breaking down complex info Work well with others and can build positive relationships Can stay focused and deliver in a fast?moving environment

Have a passionate and interest in data and ready to learn about PowerBI, Python, R or SQL



If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

- As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.


Closing date: 11 January 2026

Pre-interview

and assessment

date (via Microsoft Teams)*: 21 January 2026

Interview date(s) (Face-to-face): 30 January 2026 or 6 February 2026

The pre-interview is a short session to give the candidates further details of the apprenticeship role and to help them understand what to expect from and how to prepare for the final interview.

Age at start of Apprenticeship 16-18: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.


If not, you will be required to complete Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English as part of the apprenticeship.


Age at start of Apprenticeship 19+: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.


If not, you must achieve a minimum of Functional Skills Entry Level 3 as part of the assessment process.


You will be given the option to undertake Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and/or English should you wish.

Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application?

If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop.

We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted.

Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY

Phone: 024 7678 5740

Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk

Website: http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop




About Coventry

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.


At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.


To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.


If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards & benefits package which includes:

Flexible working arrangements An outstanding local government pension scheme Great opportunities to develop with access to accredited courses. Access to an award-winning Occupational Health Service Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.


Our Values are:

Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent. Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best. Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one. Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve. Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents. * Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.