Administrative Support Trainee

3 weeks ago

Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Fixed Term 20 Month Apprenticeship Opportunity

Are you eager to acquire new skills while pursuing a career and gaining a qualification simultaneously?

We are seeking a Business Administration Apprentice to join our Finance & Public Value Directorate. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Executive Assistant who supports the Director of Finance & Public Value, as well as five Senior Managers within the Leadership Team.

Your daily responsibilities will be diverse and may include: managing diaries, participating in meetings to take notes and make decisions, organizing agendas, coordinating reports, meeting deadlines, working on small projects, and engaging with a wide range of individuals within Finance and Public Value, as well as other departments, Councillors, and external stakeholders.

This apprenticeship will last approximately 20 months, providing an excellent opportunity to balance work with study.

You will be expected to complete the Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard Level 3, which encompasses on-the-job training to enhance your knowledge, skills, and behaviors in a business administration context, along with Functional Skills in Maths and English (if necessary).

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will receive support from the Council and a training provider to successfully achieve the learning outcomes needed for your end-point assessment, which will be evaluated by an external awarding body.

We offer a competitive starting salary of £22,737 per annum, along with 26 days of holiday, flexible working arrangements, training opportunities, entry into a pension scheme, and potential for career advancement.

Desired Skills

  • Excellent organizational skills and resourcefulness
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • High-quality work with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient understanding of MS Office and technology
  • Flexibility and adaptability in a changing work environment
  • Team-oriented, supporting and assisting others to achieve goals
  • Understanding of confidentiality and discretion
  • Professional demeanor

Personal Qualities

  • Interest in learning about local government and future career aspirations
  • Positive and proactive attitude
  • Composure under pressure
  • Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn
  • Commitment to providing excellent service to the community
  • Minimum qualifications of grade C (4) GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Devon County Council and gain insight into various departments within Finance & Public Value and the broader organization.

If you possess the ambition, drive, and qualities we seek, we encourage you to explore our Step In Apprenticeship Programme.

Additional Information:

Devon County Council values a diverse workforce and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and safe environment. We welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to combating discrimination, challenging inequality, and promoting diversity.

The Council provides flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, part-time, and condensed hours.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role requires the ability to confidently and fluently communicate in English.

Personal data collected will be processed in accordance with relevant regulations.

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