Apprentice - Homes & Regeneration - Place in Bristol

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Type: Fixed Term/Full Time – 37 hours per week for 2 years starting 5th October 2026

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: 70 Redcliff Street, Bristol

Closing Date: 24/07/2026

Job Category: HR & Organisational Development

Region / Division: UK Region

Business Unit: Service Delivery

Job Introduction

Ready to start your career and make a real impact? The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is recruiting enthusiastic apprentices to join our team and help shape the future of our region. If you’re looking for a chance to earn, learn and grow in a supportive public‑sector environment, this is your moment.

Why join the MCA?

At the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, you'll be part of the work shaping the future of our region, improving transport, supporting greener communities, and creating opportunities for local people. You'll see the impact of your work in the communities around you while building valuable skills for your future.

What you'll get:

• A fully funded apprenticeship qualification
• Paid, hands‑on experience in a supportive public sector organisation
• Training, mentoring and opportunities to develop your career
• A welcoming workplace where we value being Ambitious, Collaborative, Inclusive, Confident and Innovative
• The chance to make a positive impact across the West of England

What we're looking for:

• 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
• Minimum 2 A Levels / predicted grades August 2026 - Grade C or above, or the equivalent qualification
• Good communication and basic IT skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent)
• Good organisational and time management skills, reliable and professional approach
• A positive attitude, curiosity and a willingness to learn and develop
• The ability to work collaboratively, showing resilience, enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering your best
• Right to work in the UK and meet the government's apprenticeship funding eligibility requirements

Key responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively and promote effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and partner organisations to support consistent and high‑quality service delivery.
• Provide advice and guidance to internal and stakeholder groups through telephone, face‑to‑face, written or digital channels, ensuring accurate, clear and professional responses to enquiries.
• Contribute to the efficiency of the organisation by supporting functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopt a proactive approach to developing skills.
• Maintain records and files, handle confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures.
• Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and can deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice from more experienced team members when appropriate.
• Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time to successfully meet deadlines.
• Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings, and creates action logs as appropriate.
• Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on colleagues, stakeholders or other parts of the organisation).

About The Company

We are based in a new bright and airy office with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.

Our benefits package includes:

• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service. Option to increase annual leave via annual leave purchase scheme.
• 2 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible, family‑friendly and hybrid working options to ensure work/life balance. Typically 2–3 days in the office per week.
• Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England.

Employment and Equal Opportunity

The annual salary for this role is £26,403 – £27,694 (full‑time equivalent). Salary is pro‑rated for part‑time where applicable.

Good Employment Charter: As a founding member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and accredited Living Wage Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse environment where all employees can thrive. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status.

Recruitment Process

We provide interview questions to all shortlisted candidates in advance/on request to help ensure fair and inclusive recruitment.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have an accessibility need or require adjustments to the application or recruitment process, please contact the Resourcing Team.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Applicants may use AI tools to support writing, but personal insight and individuality are what matters most to us.

Closing Date

This role closes on 24/07/2026. The vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications.