Operational Support Apprenticeship at Enfield Council

Job description

Operational Support Apprenticeship

We have several exciting opportunities within various departments across Enfield Council. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Enfield Resident seeking real life work experience, to improve their skill set, someone returning to work or looking for a career change as well as earning a wage and gaining a recognised Level 3 apprenticeship occupational standard at the same time.

We are currently recruiting in the following departments;

• 1 placement within Housing - Home Ownership Rent and Service Charge
• 1 placement within the Payroll Department
• 1 placement within Chief Executives Business Management
• 1 placement within Place Directorate Business Management

What's in it for you

We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That's why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we'd love to hear from you.

• Gain valuable transferable skills and experience working in inspiring and innovative departments
• The opportunity to complete further learning and development courses while employed as an Apprentice to enhance your CV and job prospects.
• Full-time 15-month contract paid at a competitive salary.
• Networking opportunities in areas that will enhance your skill set, job success and CV development.
• A unique gateway opportunity into the real world of work.

What we are looking for:

• Resident within the London Borough of Enfield.
• Apprenticeships are open to 16 and over and not in full-time education.
• Dedication to learning and gaining new skills and an interest in supporting Enfield Council.
• GCSE grade A*-C (grade 4-9 in the new GCSE qualification grades) in English and Maths or equivalents.

Management and Supervision

You will be working under the guidance and supervision of an experienced member of staff. We also have a dedicated Apprenticeship Team that support you throughout your Apprenticeship journey.

Progression

This vacancy offers real career potential with the opportunity to progress to an Advanced or Higher Apprenticeship and possibility to apply for sustained and permanent employment within Enfield Council.

Key Training Information

Level 3 Standard in Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Working Week

Full time, 36 hours per week including training.

Enfield Council apprentice pay rates

£20,741 per annum Level 3 Apprenticeship

Candidates that are suitable for the Apprenticeship and have not been successful in shortlisting or interview, your information will be kept on record, once another Apprenticeship Opportunity comes up we will be in contact.

How to apply:

This role requires that you upload 2 documents - in the "Document upload" section of the online application form.

1. A supporting statement addressing how you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification. Your supporting statement should be around 2 pages in A4 format.

2. Full work history document completed since leaving full time education, as this is a safeguarding role and requires you to work with Children and/or vulnerable adults. Please note: CV's will not be accepted in place of the work history document

Please note if your supporting statement is longer than 2 A4 pages, your application may not be considered or reviewed.

You will be asked to provide evidence of Maths and English certificates or predicted grades.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity further or talk about Apprenticeships, please email the Apprenticeship Team: [email protected]

Closing and Interview Dates
Closing Date: 11.59pm, Monday 27th June 2022

Pre-Screening: Group Assessment Day: Tuesday 12th July 2022

Individual Interviews: To be confirmed