Data Apprenticeship

Data Analyst Apprentice (Level 4)

Are you passionate about data, analytics, and technology? Do you want to develop advanced data skills while working for one of the UK's leading furniture retailers? Barker and Stonehouse are looking for a motivated and analytical individual to join their team as a Data Analyst Apprentice.

Established over 75 years ago, Barker and Stonehouse is the UK's largest independent, family-run furniture retailer, renowned for delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced furniture and home accessories. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that is investing heavily in data and technology to drive business performance and enhance the customer journey.

As an Analytics Business Partner Apprentice, you'll play a key role in supporting the growing analytics function across the business. Working alongside experienced data professionals, technical teams, and business stakeholders, you'll leverage modern technologies including Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate to deliver impactful data solutions that support decision-making across the organisation.

In this role, you'll work towards your Level 4 Data Analyst qualification, delivered by our expert training team at Baltic Apprenticeships.

A Typical Day in the Job:

• Develop and maintain scalable data solutions within Microsoft Fabric using PySpark, Python, and SQL to cleanse, validate, transform, and automate business data processes across multiple datasets.
• Create and manage Power BI reports and dashboards within Microsoft Fabric, ensuring data accuracy and delivering meaningful business insights to stakeholders.
• Perform data quality and governance activities, including removing duplicates, correcting formatting issues, validating records, and resolving inconsistencies.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Data Analyst, Head of Commercial and Buying, and other technical and non-technical stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making.
• Conduct statistical and predictive analysis to identify trends, improve operational efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of automated, efficient, and scalable reporting resources using Microsoft Power Platform technologies.
• Analyse data relating to service, returns, stock, inventory, ecommerce, and customer journeys to help improve business performance.

Full training and support will be provided by your workplace mentor and from the team at Baltic Apprenticeships.

Desired Qualities, Skills and Knowledge

• A Grade 4/C in GCSE Maths and English is required for this role.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with SQL and Python.
• Able to prioritise workloads, manage expectations, and deliver on requests.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with a variety of stakeholders.
• An enquiring and proactive mindset with a genuine interest in data and technology.
• Interest in furniture and interior design would be advantageous.

Salary, Hours & Benefits:

• £22,000 per annum.
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.
• Standard holiday entitlement.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Staff Discount.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Regular Social Events.
• Long Service Reward Scheme.

Your Training with Baltic Apprenticeships

Baltic Apprenticeships were the first training provider to offer a completely tech-focused, tech-driven training solution. We help people transform their knowledge and passion into skills that employers need.

This Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship will teach you advanced data skills, including data preparation and modelling, statistical analysis, data visualisation, programming for data analysis, database management, business intelligence reporting, and how to communicate actionable insights that drive business performance.

You'll also gain valuable experience working with modern cloud-based analytics platforms, helping you build the skills needed for a successful career in data.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and what you hope to gain from an apprenticeship with Barker and Stonehouse. If your application is then successful, one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss your application further.

Eligibility Criteria

You must have the right to work in the UK, and valid residency status to apply for this apprenticeship.