Overview
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Somerset Council are looking for a Business Admin apprentice to join their Resourcing Team and work specifically on the Early Careers Strategy, supporting the lead with all workstreams, including apprenticeships, graduate recruitment and work experience.
Location: Somerset.
Contract: 24 months.
Hours: 37 per week, with 1 day per week for study outside of the office.
Salary: National Minimum Wage Pay Rates for an Apprentice (see details under Salary).
We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team.
Responsibilities and duties
* Under supervision, deliver entry-level clerical and administrative support to the team/service as required.
* Liaise with stakeholders (e.g., training providers) to maintain accurate records relating to all initiatives of the Early Careers Strategy.
* Update and maintain a variety of records and filing systems; input and extract data using computerised systems.
* Assist in report writing to showcase the work of the team to senior colleagues; may involve attendance at meetings.
* Work with colleagues across HROD to design development sessions for the Young Employees’ Network.
* Support the Early Careers Officer with event organisation (attendance lists, agendas, supporting documents).
* Assist in workforce planning and recruitment of young people into the workforce; design internal and external communications to advertise development opportunities or vacancies.
* Support with the organisation of work experience opportunities and the annual graduate programme (shortlisting against set criteria).
Equality, diversity and inclusion, health, safety and wellbeing, and organisational values are expected in all work undertaken.
You will be supported by your Line Manager and other colleagues in the HR&OD Service and will have contact with a variety of individuals within the Council.
Essential skills
* Basic typing and computing skills.
* Able to keep accurate records.
* Good communication skills.
* Good organisational skills.
Personal qualities
* Take responsibility for own development.
* Positive about working for Somerset Council and able to interact well with colleagues and external contacts.
* Teamwork; safe working practices; professional conduct and attendance.
* Able to work effectively without direct supervision.
* Desire to develop personally and professionally.
Essential qualifications
* Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or higher.
Future prospects
Apprentices will have the opportunity to apply for various positions on completion of the apprenticeship or progress into similar positions with other employers.
What’s in it for me?
We offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, with training and development opportunities and a range of employee benefits.
* Flexible working arrangements where possible (including home working).
* Generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase additional leave.
* Staff discounts in gyms and employee wellbeing services.
* Auto-enrolment onto a Pension Scheme with optional additional contributions.
* Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice for cycles and health screenings.
* My Staff Shop discounts on various goods and services.
Salary: National Minimum Wage Pay Rates for an Apprentice: Under 18: £7.55, 18-20: £10.00, 21 and over: £12.21 (per hour).
For further information about this role, contact Misha Liddiatt, Early Careers Officer on 01823 355448.
When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and explain any gaps. Start with your current or most recent employment.
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