Database Administrator Degree Apprenticeship

About the GMC

We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors, PAs, AAs and their educators need to meet, and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors, PAs, or AAs may be at risk, we can investigate, and take action if needed.

Working within the IS Strategy & Data team, the Database Administrator is a technical role responsible for supporting end to end database solutions across various platforms to an increasing number of customers inside and outside of the organisation.

You will be required to build a substantial knowledge of GMC processes, systems and data as a DBA working within IS, understand and manage complex technical solutions. You will work with colleagues on database solutions using a variety of platforms and tools, but predominantly Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing DBA tasks and supporting the operational service needed for database administration.
• To provide day to day administration and support for the Oracle and SQL Server databases including configuration, troubleshooting, tuning, monitoring, maintenance and housekeeping to ensure that the systems run efficiently.
• To support the backup and restore procedures to ensure data can be recovered as appropriate.
• To perform regular checks against Database and UNIX estate and resolve issues as required.
• To participate in projects providing technical input and support.
• To produce technical documentation for use within the department and user guides for the business to ensure the effective use of systems.
• To maintain confidentiality of data at all times and to conform with Data Protection 
• To apply and manage the relevant diversity and equality policy and practice relevant to the role.
• To apply the relevant management systems, procedures and policies relating to risk management, health and safety, information security and business continuity.
• Any other reasonable duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Required skills:

• Innovative and able to solve problems logically and methodically. Suggest improvements to individual, team and department processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to enable liaison with a wide range of colleagues and external stakeholders, such as third-party contractors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to deal with stakeholders in a polite, friendly, and calm manner.
• The ability to use their own initiative to prioritise their workload to accommodate sometimes conflicting and changing priorities without losing sight of the deadlines.
• Highly organised, reliable and meticulous, as is the requirement of all DBAs.

Additionally, the following experience would be beneficial:

• High IT literacy.
• Experience working with databases.
• Familiarity with data or reporting.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. SQL, Python).

Entry requirements:

Standard entry requirements:

• Full-time employment in a relevant role
• Level 3 qualifications in STEM subjects (e.g., 2 A Levels, BTEC Diplomas, Apprenticeship, or equivalent)

Non-standard entry with work experience:

Relevant qualifications and/or work experience will be considered for applicants with potential to benefit from the programme.

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

For more information please visit the UK ENIC website.

This is a hybrid role between home working and office working, you’ll work 1 day minimum a week in the office. We may ask you to attend the office on additional days where necessary.

We are happy to consider a range of flexible working options. Flexible working requests will be considered in line with the policy.

You can find more detail on the tasks you will undertake, and the essential skills required for the role, in the job description.

How to apply for the role

When you click on ‘apply now’ you will be redirected to our apprenticeship provider’s website to complete an application form.

We let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.

GMC Benefits - Why work for us

You’ll benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people with several excellent benefits including:

• 30 days holiday with the option to buy and sell more
• A generous employer pension contribution of 15%
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression
• Flexible working patterns
• Attractive salary that’s reviewed annually
• Discounts at 100s of high street and online stores
• Discounted gym membership
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme for those wanting a greener commute
• Bike lockers and shower facilities

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent, and free from discrimination. We are committed to the Disability Confident employer scheme and support its principles. However, please note that although we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, the Disability Confident interview scheme will not be applied for this role on this occasion.

The GMC is a charity registered in England and Wales (1089278) and Scotland (SC037750)