Cafcass Apprentice

It isn’t just our talented and experienced Social Workers who have a key role to play in supporting some of the most vulnerable children in our society. Behind them are highly organised and effective teams, of which a **Cafcass Apprentice working for our Business Services **is an integral component. Our operational area-based teams and our National Business Centre hosts various business functions that support the wider organisation.

In the last year Cafcass worked to safeguard and promote the welfare of over 141,000 children at a time of upheaval and uncertainty in their lives.

As a** Cafcass Apprentice **you will undertake a **Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship** and will provide administrative support to contribute to our effective and efficient running. Should you join us, your tasks will include, but not be limited to:

- Gather, check and verify information to ensure children and young people’s details are accurately recorded and retained securely
- Maintaining internal databases
- Supporting different teams within the NBC on a rotational basis
- General admin support

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description. For an insight into what it’s like being a Cafcass Apprentice, you can watch this video of two of our existing apprentices talk about their time with us.
- To undertake an 18-month training programme working towards an apprenticeship in **Business Administration Level 3** in partnership with the preferred Learning Provider.
- Willing to complete functional skills qualifications if required in Maths and English.
- Someone who thrives working in a team
- Able to prioritise work in a fast-moving environment with strict deadlines

We will provide comprehensive support to you while you undertake your apprenticeship. This is a hybrid role so your time will be split between working in our National Business Centre in Coventry and home. You will be provided with a laptop and phone from your first day and mentoring will be provided as part of your apprenticeship.”

Does this sound like you? We hope so and you’re interested in providing us with some information about yourself. Before you do, let us give you a flavour of the benefits you'll be eligible for should you join us:

- Competitive salary
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Membership of a Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to internal training and development
- Health & Wellbeing support including Healthcare Scheme Membership

**Next steps / timelines**

Closing date:
11:30pm on 23rd July 2023

Interview dates:
31st July & 1st August 2023

We understand that starting a new role is a big decision, and you may require further information before applying. You can find out more about the role in the Job Description and there is a wealth of information about Cafcass on our Cafcass Careers page.

If you wish to speak with a member of the team for more specific information you can contact from our HR Resourcing team, providing your contact information and best times / methods to get hold of you.

**We look forward to hearing from you.