Systems Admin Apprentice

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a Systems Admin Apprentice to join our Childrens Placement Service. The Team is responsible for finding homes for our children and young people. This role includes all the administration and payments of numerous organisations like Residential Children’s Homes and Foster Carers.

In this role, you will be required to participate in project work to support the achievement of team goals. To be responsible for the loading of provider costs onto systems and provide finance admin support to the Children’s Placements Team as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out allocated activities or tasks to contribute to service delivery for others.
• Follow step by step instructions that detail the actions to be taken.
• Load provider costs onto ContrOCC whilst providers are transitioning to loading their invoices directly through the Provider Portal.
• To provide support to the Children’s Placements Team.
• To work within existing NSC systems including LCS, ContrOCC contributing to improved systems administration.
• To compile and maintain a portfolio of evidence in support of the AAT Accountancy Certificate to be completed within the timescales for the level of study.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and i If you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 4+ days in the office
• Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to the nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life#
• The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working in Children Services and an interest in systems and process, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:

• Understanding and knowledge of a working environment.
• An interest in finance and accountancy is crucial.
• Demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to level 2 on the NQF such as GCSE grade 5 to 9 in Maths and English.

Desirable Criteria:

• Be able to work well with others as part of a team, but also able to use initiative and take a proactive approach to tasks.
• Polite and courteous with peers and colleague

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

We would welcome a conversation with interested applicants. For further information about the role, please contact Alison Stone. Head of Service alison.stone@n-somerset.gov.uk 07971497811. And/or Charlotte Lewis, Personalised Commissioning Manager – Children’s Placements. Charlotte.Lewis@n-somerset.gov.uk 07469 406061.

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.