Database Administrators
A Database Administrator uses software to store and organize data, such as an organization's records or financial information. Ensures that users can easily access the information they need, and that data are protected from unauthorized access.
About this Career
Average Salary
£15,734New workers start at around £9,380. Normal pay is £15,734 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £25,189
Annual Openings
77Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs
Daily Tasks
- Proof reads social media content and checks content of videos before publication on websites.
- Trains colleagues in the use of the databases and websites.
- Writes and publishes content and monitors and maintains functionality of websites.
- Extracts data and assists others in the use of the database.
- Administers, monitors and supports databases and website content.
- Tests databases and writes user guides for their operation.
- Assists in database design and creation and amends existing databases.
Skills Employers are looking for
| Skills | Importance |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 65% |
| Active Learning | 64% |
| Writing | 63% |
| Active Listening | 60% |
| Critical Thinking | 60% |
| Monitoring | 59% |
| Learning Strategies | 55% |
| Speaking | 53% |
| Mathematics | 49% |
| Science | 28% |