Data Analyst Higher Apprenticeship

Base Location: Reading or Portsmouth

Salary: Circa £24,580 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing. Salary upon finishing the Apprentice programme is circa £37,000+.  

Working Pattern: Full Time | up to 2 Year Apprenticeship Programme 

Start Date: August/ September 2026

Shape the Future of Energy Through Data

Data is the currency of the 21st century - and it’s transforming how we design, operate and optimise the energy systems that will deliver the UK’s Net Zero future. As part of our continued investment in digital talent, we’re looking for the Data Analysts of tomorrow to help us unlock the full potential of smart data and support the transition to cleaner, greener energy.

If you’re curious, analytical and excited about using data to make a real impact, this programme offers the perfect launchpad for your career.

What to Expect

• A Digital Apprenticeship with Purpose - join our Digital Apprenticeship Programme, where you’ll play a role in our digitalisation strategy while benefiting from paid education, a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work for a FTSE 100 company.
• Build In‑Demand Skills - Develop strong analytical, data handling and interpretation skills across multiple data sets. You’ll learn how to analyse complex information, draw meaningful insights and apply your growing expertise in real workplace scenario's.
• 2 Years of Structured Development - over this exciting 2‑year programme, you’ll rotate through key areas of our business, gaining a well‑rounded understanding of the principles, techniques and behaviours that underpin great data‑driven decision‑making.
• Academic and On‑the‑Job Learning - alongside hands‑on experience, you’ll undertake the academic element of your apprenticeship - learning how we apply data and analytics to support critical business decisions and communicate insights in a clear, accessible way.
• A Career with Lasting Impact - upon successful completion, our intention is to offer you a permanent role, giving you the chance to continue developing your skills and helping us drive the UK’s journey to Net Zero.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed as a Data Analyst Higher Apprentice, you’ll bring:

• Curiosity and a passion for problem‑solving — you enjoy understanding how things work and uncovering insights from data.
• Proactivity and resilience — you’re comfortable taking initiative, staying organised, and adapting when things change.
• A strong willingness to learn — you pick up new tools and techniques quickly and ask great questions.
• Good attention to detail — you’re able to work accurately, spot patterns, and check your work carefully.
• A safety‑first mindset — you live by our commitment: if it’s not safe, we don’t do it.

Entry Requirements

This programme is suitable for learners with no programming background.

You should have:

• 3 A‑Levels at grade C or above, including one STEM subject (Maths at grade B desirable)
  OR
• 2 Scottish Highers at Grade B + National 5 Maths
  OR
• Completion of an SCQF Level 6 Apprenticeship
• Equivalent engineering or technical qualifications may also be considered

This programme is designed to provide training at a specific qualification level. To ensure it remains appropriate and beneficial for participants, we’re unable to accept applicants who already hold a degree in Data or Computer Science. If you do have a higher‑level qualification, we encourage you to explore other Early Careers opportunities at SSE that align with your existing experience.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. 

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

 

Take the first step toward becoming one of our future Data Analysts — apply now and begin your journey into the world of energy and digital innovation. All applications should be made online, and we will be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know next steps.

 

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact apprenticesandtrainees@sse.com by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone.  

 

Before commencing employment with SSE, you’ll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.  

 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment.  Please note, SSE welcomes applicants from all nationalities to apply for the Apprenticeship/Trainees roles, however, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship as the salary does not meet the UKVI minimum salary threshold for this role.

 

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