Apprentice Business Administrator (x4)

Do you enjoy working with people and the public?

Do you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy planning and organising?

If so then read on…

Islington council offers a wide range of high quality apprenticeships that combine working in a great job, comprehensive training and development opportunities, and a competitive salary.

The Business Administration Apprenticeship consists of a 24-month opportunity to learn and to join the Council’s Business Support Service. The service brings together business and personal support staff across the directorates with focus on our ‘Be Islington’ values. We help the smooth running of services including Adults, Children’s, Youth Offending and Fairer Together. Apprentices will have the opportunity to work in the different service areas whilst working towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship qualification.

You will gain an understanding of the work of the different service areas and undertake various tasks including scheduling meetings, data handling, responding to enquiries and supporting to process payments. You will work in a supported learning environment and dedicated time will be given for your development.

To Apply For This Apprenticeship, You Must

• Be aged 16 or above and
• Be unemployed (or working no more than 16 hours)
• An Islington resident or Islington care leaver or a student at an Islington secondary school currently or within the last 12 months.
• Not currently qualified or skilled in Business Administration at Level 3 or similar discipline.

As part of the recruitment process you will need to pass the course entry tests in Maths and English.

Closing date: Sunday 27 November 2022 at 23:59

Assessment dates: To be confirmed

Start date: January 2023

An information session is being held on 1 November 2022 at 3pm for any residents who would like a chance to find out more about the roles before applying and we can also offer some application guidance. Please register your details on by clicking on this link

Main duties of the job

Working as a Business Support Apprentice for the council you will:

• Assist with scheduling meetings and managing diaries
• Carry out day to day administration including filing, photocopying, post and data handling
• Input and gather data and support the team to manage data in line with council policies
• Deliver a high quality service on a face to face, telephone and email basis
• Support the team to process payments to suppliers and process petty cash transactions
• Develop strong professional relationships with your own team and with others we work alongside and to whom we provide services

Training And Development – Within Your Role You Will

• Complete a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeshipqualification funded by the Council. If you have not already achieved Level 2 (GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent) in English and Maths, you will need to study this as part of your apprenticeship.
• Join the Councils apprenticeship network where you will have the opportunity to network and participate in varied development activities.

Working for our organisation

We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As

We appreciate and value our employees and recognise the importance of a motivated and supported workforce.

• Up to 30 days leave per year (increasing to 35 days after five years of local government service)
• 35-hour working week
• A range of flexible working arrangements
• Excellent pension scheme
• Competitive pay – and a commitment to paying all staff and apprentices the London Living Wage
• Annual season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Payroll giving
• Personal computer incentive scheme
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Your development will be supported by your manager and a mentor. Additionally, you will be given dedicated time in your working week to focus on your studies. You will also have access to a network of colleagues from within the organisation and tutors to support your learning.

After you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you will have gained valuable workplace experience and attained a nationally recognised qualification. This will improve your chances of finding work within the Council or with another employer or help you move on to a higher-level apprenticeship.

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. 

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

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

We are also committed to flexible working and will consider requests where possible.

Islington Council also operates random drug or alcohol testing for safety critical roles or for where there may be just cause.

To apply for this position please use the online application process. Please note that the council only accepts online applications, no CVs or alternative forms of applications are accepted. If you are unable to use the online process please contact the Recruitment team on 020 7527 2155 or e-mail [email protected]