Data Analyst Apprentice Review
at Nexus
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Data Analysis
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.7 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I analyse data regarding the Metro's infrastructure, as well as assist in Infrastructure performance issues, discovering potential causations and trends
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programme I am completing as a apprentice is extremely intellectually stimulating with plenty of challenge and difficult tasks, I am able to assist with. I am treat with the respect of a regular employee given responsibilities and opportunities I am always grateful for which prevent myself from burning out.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt a wide array of skills from complex technical analyst skills such as data manipulation to common skills such as communication and organisational skills which make me a much better employee.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The whole experience is extremely structured, with weekly college days, bi-weekly 1:1s with my line manager and quarterly apprentice development days, so far the scheme has been extremely organised and easy to handle as a new employee attempting to grasp the corporate lifestyle.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Throughout Nexus within my 9 months, I have faced many challenges and short comings on my own behalf but throughout it all, Nexus and my managers have been 100% supportive and understanding while remaining strict enough to ensure that I grow and mature as an individual, I am giving all resources necessary and as much support as I desire to help myself over come any possible issues I face, I could not be more happy with the support I receive throughout Nexus.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Currently, my training provider, is wonderful at assisting with any difficulties, they are understanding and helpful whenever any question is raised, however due to the 3 weeks between each college session, and sometimes long waits between replies the support could be better by providing more punctual responses, despite that there is little to no issues elsewhere.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My current qualification I am training for, directly assists me within my role as it is developing my understanding of how I can use and manipulate data alongside key factors I must be considering throughout my role in Nexus.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
On a quarterly basis myself and 10 or so other apprentices are involved in an apprenticeship development day which gives us all an opportunity to share and discuss our experiences throughout our apprenticeships as well as engage in activities such as well being sessions, glass making and escape rooms to increase our skills such as communication and team skills.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Nexus to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Nexus are a great company who embraces their apprentices and ensure that they are treat with respect as they are nurtured throughout the early stages of their career, the amount of possibilities and people given to ensure that you have a positive experience within your working lifestyle is incredible, the company would be a great for choice for any young person looking to begin or develop their career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nexus?
I would suggest embracing full honesty with your manager/co-workers as it allows for easier communication regarding any issues that may occur,
Secondly, I would suggest on developing your communication skills to ensure that you are able to properly demonstrate your own feelings and concerns in order to improve and make changes.
Secondly, I would suggest on developing your communication skills to ensure that you are able to properly demonstrate your own feelings and concerns in order to improve and make changes.
