Business Support Apprentice - MACH in Redcar

We are an ambitious council keen to build on our strong track record of innovation and partnership working, ensuring that we create a flourishing future for the borough and all of its residents. Key to this is a committed workforce who always gives their best. Offering a fast paced, progressive working environment, Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is a great career move. We have many reasons to be proud of our existing services for children, young people and their families in Redcar and Cleveland. We have a passionate workforce who are committed to supporting children and young people to feel safe, healthy, happy and ready to learn and achieve. We respect everyone as equally valued members of our community by listening to their views and using their opinions to help shape our services. Are you the right person to help us to develop a brighter future for our children? If you share the ethos of Redcar and Cleveland’s Children and Families Directorate, this could be the opportunity you are looking for. Our award winning apprenticeship scheme provides a perfect way to earn a wage while you gain vital work experience and a nationally recognised qualification. We recognise the value apprenticeships can bring to the local community, boosting skills and employment prospects and in addition you will be eligible to apply for internal job vacancies as and when they arise within the Council. About the Role Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council has an exciting opportunity within the Early Help service of Redcar Multi Agency Children’s Hub (MACH)- the front door service providing information and advice, safeguarding and early help for children and young people. You will be based at Redcar Multi Agency Children’s Hub (MACH), Daisy Lane, Overfields, TS7 9JF. As the MACH Early Help Assessment Team Business support apprentice, you will support the team administratively and tasks will include answering the telephone, producing accurate records and documents, including emails, letters and files, demonstrating good communication skills, whether it be face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms through a variety of way including the use of our case management system (full training will be given). We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working, positive individual who is self-motivated and able to work using their own initiative as well as being a team player. The successful candidate will be committed to providing an excellent service and be willing to learn and develop their knowledge. Would like to find out more? Please see attached job description and person specification for further detailed information or for an informal discussion, please contact Stacey Garbutt on 01287 555336 or email the apprentice team at apprenticeship@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk Apprenticeship Qualification During your apprenticeship you will be working towards the nationally recognised Business Administrator, level 3 qualification at Redcar Adult Learning, based in Redcar College. Essential Requirements Apprenticeship opportunities are open to anyone over the age of 16 years old with no upper age limit. You will need to have a minimum of: Grade 4 (equivalent to Grade C or above) at GCSE English and Maths or functional skills level 2 qualification in English and Maths. You will need to be committed/willing to work towards the level 3 qualification. Join us for invaluable hands-on work experience, a qualification all whilst earning a highly competitive salary and receiving excellent terms and conditions of employment. This is a fixed-term contract for 18 months. National Minimum Wage for your age will apply after the first year. #J-18808-Ljbffr