Modern Apprentice Regulatory Services (SCQF Level 7) - REQ06538 - 484003 in Bellshill

Modern Apprenticeship Regulatory Services (Private Sector Housing) (1 Post)

Living Wage - £13.45 per hour

Apprenticeships play an important role in our organisation and provide people in our communities with a route into a challenging and rewarding career with North Lanarkshire Council. We aim to be a true reflection of the communities we serve, which is why encouraging talent from all backgrounds to join North Lanarkshire Council is important to us. We have found that Apprenticeship opportunities are one of the best ways to equip people with the skills and experience they need to succeed.

This is your opportunity to make a real difference within local communities while developing valuable knowledge and gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

What's the Role?

As a Modern Apprentice within Regulatory Services, Private Sector Housing Team, you will support the delivery of key housing services that help improve housing standards and living conditions across North Lanarkshire. The Private Sector Housing Team plays an important role in supporting homeowners, tenants, landlords and communities by administering and delivering a range of private sector housing functions.

During your apprenticeship, you will gain practical experience in:

• Short Term Let Licensing compliance
• Scheme of Assistance enquiries and applications
• Customer service and stakeholder engagement
• Private Sector Housing Disrepair casework
• Landlord Registration administration and compliance
• Houses in Multiple Occupation compliance
• Housing legislation and statutory duties
• Case management and records administration
• Housing quality and condition standards
• Working with landlords, homeowners, tenants and partner agencies.

You will work alongside experienced officers and will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of how local authorities regulate and support the private housing sector, helping to ensure safe, sustainable and well-maintained homes for residents throughout North Lanarkshire.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will undertake a relevant SCQF Level 7 qualification while gaining valuable workplace experience in a professional housing environment. This apprenticeship will appeal to you if you are interested in housing, the built environment, public services and making a positive difference within local communities.

What Will I Gain?

During this two-year apprenticeship, you will:

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification;
• Develop practical workplace skills and experience;
• Build knowledge of housing legislation and local government services;
• Receive support and mentoring from experienced professionals;
• Improve your communication, organisational and problem-solving skills;
• Develop a strong foundation for a future career in housing, property, regeneration or wider local government services.

What Do I Need?

You do not need to have previous work experience, although you should have English and at least three other qualifications (Band A-C) at National 5 level or above. Higher English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications) are desirable. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn and contribute to our ambition for North Lanarkshire. During the selection process, we will be looking for candidates who can demonstrate ambition and enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and develop good communication skills, adaptability and flexibility, a positive and professional attitude, the ability to work well as part of a team, showing initiative and taking ownership of tasks, an interest in housing, communities and public services.

Eligibility

In accordance with Government Guidelines, you'll need to be aged 16-24 (at the point of starting the apprenticeship) or if you are disabled or care experienced, you'll need to be aged between 16-29 (at the point of starting the apprenticeship).

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career within the housing sector while helping to improve homes and communities across North Lanarkshire. The apprenticeship provides a valuable stepping stone into a range of future career opportunities within housing, private sector housing, regeneration, property services and local government.

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

If you're considering a career with us, you'll be keen to know what's in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 26 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, and a wide range of offers available to you through our NLLife reward site. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.

For further information contact EarlyCareersTeam@northlan.gov.uk

North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy.

North Lanarkshire Council has reached its current allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship and, as a result, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.