Apprentice Team Standards Co-ordinator (Young People's Service) in Southampton

“Southampton – a city of opportunity where everyone thrives”

Apprenticeships are an exciting way to develop your career. At Southampton City Council we’re keen to invest in people, apprentices are a valuable part of our workforce and the future of the council.

As an apprentice, you’ll be receiving practical and professional training right from the start. Working alongside experienced colleagues who will supervise your development and a dedicated mentor providing support and guidance throughout your training. You will have regular reviews with your manager and tutor so you know how you are doing and can gain support with any activities to help you progress.

An apprenticeship is a real job, with real responsibilities and along with a competitive salary an apprenticeship will provide you with many benefits including;

• Paid time off for holidays and a pension scheme
• A career path so you can progress to the next level
• On and off the job training
• The achievement of a nationally recognised qualification while you work.

At Southampton City Council we are committed to paying Foundation Living Wage as a minimum and we believe apprentices should also be paid fairly. Your salary as an apprentice will be £25,614 annually and may increase in line with any national rise in Foundation Living Wage.

Although we can’t guarantee you a permanent job at the end of your apprenticeship, we will support you to apply for other roles within the council, and help make sure you are ready for a wider job search with support from our Employment Skills team.

About the role:

We are looking for a confidentand conscientiousindividual to undertake the role ofApprentice Team Standards Co-Ordinator.

Southampton City Council’s Young People’s Service is looking to recruit an Apprentice Team Standards Coordinator (TSC) to join our busy and dynamic team.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in Children’s Social Care while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification. You will support the service with a range of administrative and coordination tasks, working alongside practitioners who support vulnerable young people across the city.

This is a learning role and fullsupport;training and supervision will be provided.

Whatyou’llbe doing

You will support the day-to-day running of the service by:

• Organising meetings, including sending invitations and preparing documents
• Supporting multi-agency working by liaising with professionals and partner agencies
• Maintainingaccuraterecords and updating systems
• Assistingwith diaries, calendars, and team rotas
• Helping to track key processes and ensure deadlines are met
• Responding to emails and queries in a professional manner
• Supporting onboarding tasks fornew staff

Whatwe’relooking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organised and able to manage their time effectively
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Is reliable and has a positive, can-do attitude
• Is willing to learn and develop new skills
• Works well as part of a team
• Understands the importance of confidentiality

You donotneedpreviousexperience in Children’s Services- this role is about your potential, motivation, and willingness to learn.

You can use examples from school, college, work experience, volunteering, or personal situations.

About You

You may be someone who:

• Is interested in working with young people or within public services
• Wants to build a career in administration or Children’s Services
• Enjoys organising tasks and supporting others
• Is motivated to complete an apprenticeship qualification

What we offer

• A structured apprenticeship programme alongside on-the-job training
• Regular supervision and support from your manager and team
• Experience working within Children’s Social Care
• The opportunity to develop professional skills and build your career
• Access to SCC staff benefits and wellbeing support

Safeguarding Statement

Southampton City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject toappropriate recruitmentchecks.

Additional Information

• You willbe requiredto complete and pass an apprenticeship qualification as part of this role
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview

You will be working towards the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship with Fareport. The duration of this apprenticeship is 18 months with 3 months for the End Point Assessment.

Additional information:

This role is a 21 months fixed term apprenticeship, 37 hours a week

Please note the salary quoted is based on full time hours (37 hours).

This post is subject to an Enhanced criminal records check.

It is usual for successful candidates to start at the bottom of the pay grade.

Please see the job description for more information.

What we can offer you:

Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.

• Excellent local government pension with 15.2% employer contribution
• Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
• Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit:

Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

Recruitment contact details:

Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk
Tel: 023 8083 4033
For more information about SCC please visitSouthampton City Council
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