Main Purpose of the Role
Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job; it's about being part of something meaningful. It involves being part of an organization that prioritizes people and offers opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing lives.
We currently have the following opportunity:
Trainee Business Assistants - Modern Apprenticeships (Fixed Term for 12 Months) - PKC12656
£23,650 per annum / £12.60 per hour
Various Locations in the Perth & Kinross Council Area
Learn while you earn with a Perth & Kinross Council Modern Apprenticeship!
Are you aged 16-24 and seeking an opportunity to gain on-the-job experience while working towards a qualification? If so, a Trainee Business Assistant, Modern Apprenticeship within Perth & Kinross Council could be ideal for you.
We are looking for dedicated, hardworking individuals eager to learn new skills from a busy team handling a variety of internal and external customers, aiming to achieve a Modern Apprenticeship in Business & Administration.
If you're enthusiastic, positive, and ready to step into the workforce, this role could be perfect for you.
The role involves working in a busy, supportive environment where you will develop customer service, IT, and administrative skills, build confidence, and gain experience working independently and as part of a team.
As a Modern Apprentice, you'll have opportunities to participate in corporate events, networking sessions, and community volunteering activities.
Working at Perth & Kinross Council
Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in delivering our priorities. In your application and during interview, you'll be asked to describe situations demonstrating these values and behaviours. Learn more about Perth & Kinross Council and consider joining our team!
Here's what we offer you:
* A generous annual leave package
* 6 public holidays plus an additional discretionary day
* Eligibility to join our pension scheme
* Family-friendly policies and work/life balance initiatives such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, volunteering time off, and our Wellbeing Framework
* Flexi time
* Access to various benefits
We support flexible working where possible; discuss options with your recruiting manager. We value work-life balance and provide training and support for professional development.
Full-time employees work on-site at least 2 days per week; arrangements for part-time staff are flexible to ensure comparable benefits.
Our hybrid working FAQs provide more information.
We are committed to inclusivity. To discuss reasonable adjustments, contact the recruiting manager, discuss at interview, or after an offer.
Next Steps
Interested? Contact Kathy Harper, HR Officer - Employability at KHarper@pkc.gov.uk.
Apply now! External candidates should provide contact details for 2 referees, including one from their current or most recent employer.
We welcome all applicants and guarantee interviews for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. Contact us to discuss accommodations.
Diversity is important; we encourage applications from all backgrounds, including former armed forces personnel, and support equal opportunity employment.
Employment is contingent upon passing mandatory pre-employment checks, including Disclosure Scotland and, if applicable, Overseas Criminal Record Checks.
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