Apprentice

This is a one year fixed term contract for an apprentice opportunity.

Surrey County Council is recognised as a great first place to work, and this is your chance to receive excellent training and personal development as part of our Transport Development Planning Group. You will be fully supported and mentored as you provide administrative support to range of projects and customer-focused services.

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about starting a career in local government and keen to work in an office environment. Skilled in using computers and note taking, you will bring a mature outlook, strong organisational skills, and the ability to communicate at all levels.

You’ll also need three GCSEs grade A to C, or equivalent including Maths and English.

Our apprenticeship scheme provides a perfect way to earn a wage while you gain vital work experience and an NVQ qualification. The scheme is designed and funded for 16 to 24 year olds (from August 2013 the age range will be 16 – 23) who are living and entitled to work in England, don’t have degrees, and are not in full-time education. When you’ve finished, we’ll help you to find a permanent role. Upon attending an interview you will be need to be able to show you meet the above requirements to be considered for an apprenticeship.

Surrey County Council is a great place to work if you’re looking for a long and lasting career. We offer a wide range of opportunities at all levels, so the routes of progression are varied. And on top of all this, we offer excellent benefits, including generous annual leave and a good pension scheme. Start building your future with an apprenticeship, and the sky’s the limit.
Interviews are planned for: 06.06.2013 and will be held at County Hall, Kingston-Upon-Thames.
If successful at short- list stage you will be contacted by phone as per the details supplied in your application form. Please also note that prior to interview you will be required to complete an online Dependability and Safety test. Further details about this assessment can be found in the ‘Apprenticeship handbook’ attached to this advert.

For an informal discussion about this role please feel free to contact either Paul Druce on 020 8541 7386 or Mike Green on 020 8541 9316.

Surrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice, reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under-represented groups.

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