Business Administration Apprentice
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £24,796 - £25,185 per annum
Fixed Term 18 - 20 Months
HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES TO GROW YOUR CAREER AND HELP MAKE DEVON SUCCEED?
Through our Step-In Apprenticeship Programme, the Council is offering an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. The Digital & Technology Service are recruiting for a Business Administration apprentice.
As a Business Administrator apprentice in the Digital & Technology Service you will help support IT projects, support our work with IT providers, set up and support meetings and help to support the delivery of our IT services. This is not a technical post, so in-depth IT knowledge isn’t necessary.
Starting in May, the duration of your Apprenticeship contract will be 20 months. You will work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification. You will be supported by a combination of training and practical work experience.
We offer a highly competitive starting salary of £24,796 per annum, a starting holiday entitlement of 25 day, a variety of job-related training opportunities and flexible working arrangements so as well as working from County Hall in Exeter you can also work and learn from home when appropriate.
Applicants should be:
- Keen to learn and motivated to succeed
- Interested in learning more about local government and how it might meet your future career aspirations
- Able to listen carefully and respond well to people in a suitable format
- Willing to provide excellent service to Digital & Technology Service and the people of Devon
- Of suitable academic ability i.e., minimum qualifications of grade C (4) GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
This is an extremely exciting time to join us as we are continuously expanding our apprenticeship offer to invest in the future Council workforce. If you have the ambition, drive and qualities we are looking for, then apply for our Step-In Apprenticeship Programme today!
For an informal discussion please feel free to reach out to Simon Wadsworth on 01392 382278.
Find out more at: https://new.devon.gov.uk/workingfordevon/work-in/apprenticeships/
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description.
- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
- For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Reference: REQ009470
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ009470
- Occupational GroupApprenticeships/Training Programmes/Work Experience
- Salary Details
£24,796 - £25,185 per annum
- Job TermFixedTraining / apprenticeship
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
21/04/2026
- DBS Check Required
No