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Data/Software Engineer – Power Apps & Python Specialist Trainer

Counter · GB
Others Full–time
ID: #15499
Posted: 2026-02-25
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Please do not apply unless you are eligible for Security Clearance. Ineligible candidates will be automatically rejected. Security Clearance requirements are listed a the bottom of the job description. Job Title: Data/Software Engineer – Power Apps & Python Specialist TrainerLocation: Leeds, Hybrid Working Available Contract: ASAPSE Clearance Required Summary Counter, a consultancy brand under the Northcoders group, has a model where we help clients attract, onboard, upskill and integrate graduates into their businesses, in order to give them a seamless start to long and successful careers there. Counter teams are formed for our clients by deploying a Counter Tech Lead to work within the client’s organisation in order to hire appropriate team members from graduate communities and then to work in collaboration with them directly on the clients projects. Providing support, extra training and all the guidance to fast-track the graduates’ journey within that organisation. For this engagement, Counter has been contracted to provide a team and will support a Government Department. The Consultant successful applicants will be offered a flexible fixed term contract by Counter. At the end of that period, you may be given the opportunity to apply for full time roles at the client site. Please check your commuting distance and viability before applying. About the Client Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced technical practitioner with strong expertise in Power Platform, Python and SQL to join our Data Engineering Talent Scheme as a mentor and delivery specialist. This role is focused on developing capability. You will support the delivery of structured learning, provide hands-on technical guidance to associates, and help translate complex concepts into practical, accessible solutions. Working closely with programme leads and stakeholders, you will contribute to the design of workshops, example solutions and assessment materials. You will play a key role in ensuring associates not only build working solutions, but understand the underlying principles of data engineering, automation and governance within a regulated environment. Alongside mentoring, you will develop and review technical artefacts in Power Apps, Python and SQL to model best practice, support learner progression and demonstrate production-ready standards. This is a mentor-first role. Technical delivery will primarily support capability development rather than production build. SC clearance is required for this role.The RoleKey Responsibilities: Technical Delivery & Mentorship • Deliver workshops in Power Platform, Python and SQL aligned to the Academy curriculum. • Provide hands-on mentoring, including live problem-solving, debugging and code review. • Give clear, developmental feedback aligned to learning objectives and assessment criteria. • Adapt support to learners of varying technical confidence and differing special educational needs. • Model best practice in code quality, documentation, governance and secure development. Curriculum & Assessment Contribution • Contribute to the development of learning materials, exercises and example solutions. • Support the design and review of assessments to ensure alignment with programme outcomes. • Work with programme leads to identify knowledge gaps and implement targeted support. • Ensure content reflects organisational standards, accessibility and governance requirements. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Contribute to retrospectives and programme reviews. • Promote a collaborative, high-trust learning culture within the Academy. Essential Skills & Experience: • Strong experience with Power Platform. • Strong Python fundamentals, including clean, maintainable code. • Strong working knowledge of SQL (joins, aggregations, relational modelling). • Experience mentoring, coaching or delivering technical training. • Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to mixed-ability audiences. • Experience working within Agile environments. Desirable Skills: • Experience contributing to curriculum or assessment design. • Experience with Azure services (e.g. Functions, Logic Apps, Data Factory). • Experience integrating REST APIs and external data sources. • Version control experience (e.g. Git). • Awareness of governance, data quality and secure development in regulated environments. Benefits & EligibilityBenefits:Pension – 5% employee 3% employer contribution Employee Assistance Program Death in Service x2 Flexible working Optional Private Health Insurance Shared Parental Leave as well as parental leave policies exceeding the statutory minimum. Holidays - 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays (Pro rata) Eligibility Criteria: • Have Permanent Right to Work in The UK • Be happy to have evidence of Right to work and Enhanced DBS checks completed • Be eligible for SE Clearance • Must have lived continuously in the UK for the last 5 years (no break of more than 6 months) About CounterCounter, a consultancy brand under the Northcoders Group, adopts a model where we help clients attract, onboard, upskill and integrate talent into their businesses, in order to give the team a seamless start to long and successful careers there. Counter teams are formed for our clients by deploying a Counter Tech Lead to work within the client’s organisation in order to hire appropriate team members from the Northcoders and/or Tech Returners network, and then to work in collaboration with them directly on live clients projects. Providing support, extra training and all the guidance to fast-track the individuals’ journey within that organisation. Read more at https://counter.partners Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Application question(s): • Do you have permanent Right to Work in the UK? • Have you lived in the UK for more than 5 years? • Have you traveled outside the UK for more than 6 months in the past 5 years? • Are you willing to undergo a DBS check and background check? • What makes you a good fit for a role as an educator? • A learner repeatedly tells you that they 'are not good enough' despite producing competent work. How would you respond? • How would you explain SQL joins to a beginner? • Are you open to hybrid work based in Leeds? Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds

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