Do you have an interest in politics, local
government or elections?
Are you keen to learn what it like working
in a political environment whilst also developing your skills and
experience?
If the answer is yes then Epping Forest
District Council have the apprenticeship you ARE looking for.
You will work closely with colleagues,
senior staff and elected councillors within our Democratic
Services Team in a role that will:
- Give you experience of running elections
and electoral registration
- Place you right in the heart of the
decision-making process at the Council
- Allow you to work closely with
Councillors and Committees
- Give you a broad perspective of the
varied work done across the Council; and give you the necessary
time and support to study for a Level 3 Business Administration
qualification
About the
role
Our Democratic Services team sits at the
heart of the Council.
Providing support to councillors,
committees and staff, the team is vital in ensuring councillors
can make important decisions on local matters, as well as
ensuring local and national elections are run smoothly and
effectively.
You will provide professional, proactive
and flexible administration support to the democratic functions
of the Council.
This includes working alongside colleagues
to learn how to arrange committee meetings, produce agendas,
draft minutes, and support councillors as elected
representatives.
You will also gain specialist knowledge and
experience of running elections and electoral registration.
This will include handling data entry,
responding to customer queries and playing a key role in the
delivery of high-profile elections.
You will work in a supported learning
environment to develop the skills and knowledge required for a
business administration apprentice.
Who are we looking
for
We love to hear from you if you:
- Have an interest in politics and how
democracy in the UK works
- Are enthusiastic about learning and
contributing to the work of a team
- Have good written and verbal
communications skills, and an understanding of how to communicate
with different audiences
- Enjoy a varied workload; and are an
excellent team player, pro-active, dynamic and flexible.
Benefits of an
Apprenticeship with Epping Forest District Council
Earn while you learn with day release each
week for studying towards your Level 3 qualification in Business
Administration (equivalent to 2 x 'A' Levels).
The support of an assigned Mentor, plus
additional training and personal development opportunities and
wellbeing support (including employee assistance &
benefits).
Flexible working with 28 days annual leave
per year (plus bank holidays).
Entry to the Local Government Pension
Scheme.
Epping Forest District Council has an
excellent track record in supporting Apprentices to achieve their
qualifications and kickstart their career goals.
The Business Administration qualification
can be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as
management or senior support roles.
Want to know more?
If you have any further questions then
please contact:
Gary Woodhall (Team Manager - Democratic
Services)
on gwoodhall@eppingforestdc.gov.uk
or 01992 564470
Epping Forest District Council is committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers
to share this commitment.
