Group Business Information Analyst Review
at ivolve care and support
Degree Apprenticeship
Data Analysis
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.5 /5
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4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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:
4/5
The role is in two parts:
1. embedding a new BI tool in the business
2. developing the company's data toolkit to maximum outcomes for the people we support and share holders.
On a day to day basis, I review requirements, arrange for data to be available, design reports with end users and produce insights. I also maintain and answer questions about the existing reports.
In the long term, I will use the skills developed in my degree to move the company towards advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. I will also take an active role in the data strategy road map as the company evolves.
1. embedding a new BI tool in the business
2. developing the company's data toolkit to maximum outcomes for the people we support and share holders.
On a day to day basis, I review requirements, arrange for data to be available, design reports with end users and produce insights. I also maintain and answer questions about the existing reports.
In the long term, I will use the skills developed in my degree to move the company towards advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. I will also take an active role in the data strategy road map as the company evolves.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The subject matter is interesting and the tutors are engaging.
I feel the e-learning could be stronger - there isn't a lot of 'now you do it and check if we got the same answer'. The course emphasises reading textbooks via O'Reilly or taking eLearning courses on LinkedIn. Many of these recommendations are on the same page and have heavily overlapped content. As a University course with such an emphasis on these external courses, I'd like to see a more curated approach.
I feel the e-learning could be stronger - there isn't a lot of 'now you do it and check if we got the same answer'. The course emphasises reading textbooks via O'Reilly or taking eLearning courses on LinkedIn. Many of these recommendations are on the same page and have heavily overlapped content. As a University course with such an emphasis on these external courses, I'd like to see a more curated approach.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Almost all the skills I'm developing are new.
It's early days but I've learned a lot about statistics and data cleaning which has been helpful in my role.
It's early days but I've learned a lot about statistics and data cleaning which has been helpful in my role.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It's only year 1 so this is an early review.
The jump between term 1 and term 2 is quite significant and the subject matter could use more tutor time than 2 hours per week.
Having said that, thus far it flows logically.
The jump between term 1 and term 2 is quite significant and the subject matter could use more tutor time than 2 hours per week.
Having said that, thus far it flows logically.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am well supported. I am given time to learn, support to discuss what I need from the business to do the course and others around the business with similar experiences are more than happy to give advice or an ear where needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I am allocated a non-subject tutor who catches up with me regularly.
I would like to see stronger e-learning materials.
I would like to see stronger e-learning materials.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am getting more and more confident each week at analysing, presenting and discussing data.
The focus on scientific rigour has changed the way I approach problem solving so I can be far more sure of myself when sharing my insights.
The focus on scientific rigour has changed the way I approach problem solving so I can be far more sure of myself when sharing my insights.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
None I am aware of but there is a vibrant only community sharing insights around the business and discount/savings offers.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend ivolve care and support to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The business is a supportive and understanding environment to grow in.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to ivolve care and support?
ivolve cares most about the people it supports. Focus on how you can help them in your role in the interview and I'm sure you'll be fine.
