Junior Data Scientist (SC Cleared)

Sanderson Plc · Clifton, Bristol

Junior Data Scientist (SC Cleared) at Sanderson Plc, based in Clifton, Bristol, paying £425 - £430 per day. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£425 - £430 per day
Location
Clifton, Bristol
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Data Analyst

18% below the typical rate for data analyst

Reference job/junior-data-scientist-sc-cleared-junds2809_1790586830

About the role

Junior Data Scientist (SC Cleared)
£430 per day | Inside IR35 | 6 Months | London (2 Days per Week) | Start ASAP

We are seeking a Junior Data Scientist to join a high-profile public sector programme, helping to deliver data-driven insights that support critical government services and decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for a data professional looking to further develop their career within a collaborative, mission-focused environment. You will work alongside experienced data scientists, analysts and engineers to support the delivery of innovative analytical solutions across a range of complex challenges.

Essential Requirements:

  • Active SC Clearance
  • SC clearance must have been used within the last 12 months
  • SC clearance must have a minimum of 3 years remaining before expiry
  • Experience working with Python, SQL and data analysis tools
  • Understanding of statistical analysis, data modelling and machine learning principles
  • Ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable Experience:

  • Government, public sector or defence experience
  • Exposure to cloud-based data platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau
  • Knowledge of AI and machine learning techniques

Responsibilities:

  • Support the development of data science and analytical solutions
  • Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends and insights
  • Assist in building predictive models and machine learning solutions
  • Create reports, dashboards and visualisations for stakeholders
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to solve business problems
  • Contribute to data quality, governance and best practice activities

What’s on Offer:

  • £430 per day Inside IR35
  • Initial 6-month contract
  • Hybrid working with 2 days per week in a London office
  • Opportunity to work on meaningful government projects
  • Immediate start available

Junior Data Scientist | SC Cleared | £430 per day | Inside IR35 | London Hybrid | 6 Months

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reference: job/junior-data-scientist-sc-cleared-junds2809_1790586830 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via Sanderson Plc

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