This two-year fixed-term apprenticeship sits within Somerset Council's Apprenticeship Programme, supporting delivery of the Connect to Work programme across employment, skills and inclusion services. The work centres on project coordination, keeping plans, trackers and records up to date, and preparing reports and meeting papers. The post includes one day a week of study towards a Level 4 Project Management qualification, with hybrid working available. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not offered.
What the job involves
- Coordinate project administration and support for the Connect to Work programme and related projects
- Maintain project plans, action trackers, risk logs and programme documentation
- Support the preparation of reports, presentations and performance information
- Organise meetings, prepare agendas, take notes and track actions
- Gather, analyse and present information to inform planning and decisions
- Work with employment, skills and inclusion colleagues to share information and collaborate
- Identify process improvements that reduce duplication and improve the resident journey
- Keep project records accurate, organised and up to date
- Support stakeholder engagement and communications
- Complete apprenticeship training towards a Level 4 Project Management qualification
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above, or willingness to achieve these as part of the apprenticeship
Skills & knowledge
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Good IT skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
- Proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills
Checks & eligibility
- Standard DBS check
- Meets national apprenticeship eligibility, including having ordinarily lived in the UK for at least three years
- Right to work in the UK without needing visa sponsorship
Other
- Interest in project management and service improvement
- Confidence building positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What’s offered
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working where service needs allow
- Health and wellbeing support, including confidential employee assistance
- Paid volunteering opportunities
- One day per week dedicated to study and off-the-job learning
- Nationally recognised Level 4 Project Management qualification
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