Apprentice Data Technician (Redeployment 20749)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Phoenix House IpswichIP1 5NP - Hybrid working
• Salary: 25185per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours:37 hours per week - flexible working options available
• Contract:Fixed term or secondment up to 21 months (Apprenticeship)

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

When you join the Highway Records team at Suffolk County Council (SCC) as an Apprentice Data Technician well support your development from the start. Well help you to play to your strengths diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore if youre motivated and passionate theres no limit to how far your ambition could take you. Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• As part of a small welcoming team you will help to manage our mailbox and respond to customer enquiries.

• Youll raise invoices write to customers and support internal teams with accurate data.

• You will use our mapping software (MapInfo) to update highway records research historical data and produce plans.

• Visits to view archives at the Hold in Ipswich to uncover fascinating records. Your research will help determine whether SCC is responsible for maintaining roads trees and ditches.

Your apprenticeship

Apprenticeship course Level 3 Business Administration

Length of apprenticeship 18 months plus 3 months for the end point assessment

We welcome apprenticeship applications from all ages and backgrounds. Theres no upper age limit - its never too late to start developing new skills. We want to provide opportunities for anyone interested in launching or advancing their career.

The apprenticeship youre applying for must build on your qualifications. If you have experience in this field the apprenticeship youre applying for must be at a higher level.

Read the Job and Person Profile (Word) and theApprenticeship Recruitment Brochure. During the apprenticeship youll be working towards the role described in the Job and Person Profile. You will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training and pursue certification. Completing your apprenticeship does not guarantee a full-time position. However we are dedicated to helping you find a job. You will have priority access when you apply for vacancies. This applies during the final 3 months of your contract.

You will need

• to be a keen team player with a positive attitude
• eagerness to learn and grow within a supportive environment
• great written communication skills
• a sharp eye for detail and accuracy
• a love for research and solving problems
• good time management and customer service skills
• to have an appreciation of the councils values.

This post is a great opportunity for someone looking to take a step into an office environment and learn the necessary skills to help you achieve your apprenticeship whilst earning a salary too with the potential for a permanent position at the end of your apprenticeship.

Whether youre early in your career or looking to change direction into a role that values precision and curiosity wed love to hear from you.

Apply today if you would like to join the Highway Records Team and be part of something special!

The Team

• Were a small and busy team that takes pride in delivering an accurate professional service.
• We work collaboratively support each other and believe in helping every team member reach their full potential.
• We will be pleased to support your development both within the team and in your professional growth.
• Our hybrid working setup means youll enjoy a mix of office and home working with office days usually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact James Emmerson (he/him) or Dawn Crabb (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling:

James on or emailing

or Dawn on or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1 -Tell us what skills you have learned whilst at school/college volunteering and/or working that you think will be useful to you in this role and why

2 -Tell us about something you are proud of and why

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date:11.30pm 3 November 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid