Jobs, fresher vacancy - Business Administration Apprentice • UK

Company: London Borough of Lewisham

UK

Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionThe roleAre you interested in a career in Planning? As a Business Administration Apprentice in the Planning Team, you'll play a vital role in our Planning Department. You'll be at the heart of our planning processes, ensuring applications and documents are accessible to the public. You will also have the opportunity to study towards a Business Administration Level 3 qualification, equipping you with the essential skills to continue your career.What’s the role?Your duties will include registering and processing planning applications, uploading documents for public viewing and comment, managing public and statutory consultee comments, and generating essential planning correspondence. You will be fully trained in all aspects of the role including the use of specialist software and machinery. You'll be working alongside experienced professionals, learning valuable skills, and contributing to the smooth operation of our planning department.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: Generous holiday allowance Local Government Pension scheme Flexible working and family friendly policies Season ticket and bicycle loans A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships Supportive staff networks Gain a Business Administration Level 3 qualification What we’re looking forWe are looking for someone with good IT Skills who has the ability to work in a pressured environment with changing priorities, is flexible in their attitude to their duties, organised, and has the ability to work well in a team.LocationWhilst the service is primarily based in Laurence House, we operate a hybrid approach whereby you may be required to work both in the office and from home as determined by service requirements. The potential apprentice will on occasions work in other areas of the planning team as needed.Special conditions You must be a Lewisham borough resident to be considered for this position* due to the nature of this role applicants are required to hold a minimum of grade A*-C GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent *if you are a care leaver who has been placed out of the borough you will still be eligible to apply.The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement section is used to answer the Apprenticeship Questions (available to download below).For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Liam.barnes@lewisham.gov.ukPlease click here to view the Job DescriptionPlease click here to view the Apprenticeship QuestionsSalary£25,276 per annum (LLW)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/applyThe Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram