An entry-level graduate apprenticeship supporting database administration services at Durham University, combining hands-on DBA work with funded study.
Role Overview
This role supports the IS Manager within the Database Administration (DBA) team at Durham University, contributing to the management, maintenance and optimisation of database services across Information Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with daily database maintenance and monitoring
- Perform backups and validate recovery procedures
- Support database upgrades, patches and migrations
- Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues
- Support data security, access control and encryption
- Run queries and generate reports for internal teams
- Maintain database documentation and schemas
Training and Apprenticeship
The post holder will be sponsored to undertake a digital-related qualification as part of an apprenticeship, subject to eligibility and funding rules.
Additional Information
The department operates in a hybrid working model. The role is suited to self-motivated individuals with strong teamwork skills.