Business Administrator Apprentice (x2)

About The Role

Would you like to be a part of a mixed team with the opportunity to learn from a range of professionals?
Do you enjoy working with people and the public?
Do you have a keen eye for detail and interested in problem solving?

If so then read on…

Islington Council offers a wide range of high-quality apprenticeships. Our apprenticeships combine working in a great job, with training, development, and a competitive salary. You will be given dedicated time in your working week to focus on your studies. You will also have access to a network of colleagues from within the organisation and tutors to support your learning.

During your time in this role, we would seek to provide you with a broad scope of experience and knowledge with your role and provide you with the means to develop your career at Islington Council. There are two Business Administration apprenticeships available, consisting of a 21-month opportunity to learn and to provide support to our iWork and Safeguarding Adults Unit team.

Team 1 - Islington Working

Islington Working is a partnership of agencies, employers working together to help local people to access good local jobs. The iWork offers a front door to all local employment support services including our own in-house iWork offer. Do you enjoy working with your local community and want to make a difference? Then this role will be perfect for you!

Team 2 - Safeguarding Adults Unit

The Safeguarding Adults Units is located at 222 Upper Street. It consists of 4 small teams/units: Safeguarding Adults Board (SAB), Safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act Team, Safeguarding Learning and Development Team and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Office (DoLS). The Safeguarding Adults Units support the work of the Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board, provides advice and guidance to staff and the public about safeguarding adults, raises awareness of what Safeguarding Adults means and provides support and advice on safeguarding policies and procedures. This is achieved through excellent customer service and the delivery of key activities which are designed to meet the needs of our customers. Working as part of a friendly and well-respected team, your role will be varied and rewarding.

To apply for this apprenticeship, you must:

1. Be aged 16 or above
2. Be an Islington resident or
3. Islington care leaver or
4. Islington school leaver in the last 12 months

You will also need to satisfy the following course entry requirements:

1. Not already have a qualification at the similar level or above in this apprenticeship subject
2. Not have extensive skills or experience in this apprenticeship subject.
3. Pass the course entry tests for example in Maths and English

Closing Date: 2nd December 2024 at 23:59

Interview Day: 10th and 11th December 2024 (To be confirmed)

Apprenticeship Start Date: January 2025

For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:

Name and Job Title: Marion Phillip/ iWork Service Manager or Tracey Nalubega/Safeguarding Improvement Officer

Email: marion.phillip@islington.gov.uk or Tracey.Nalubega@islington.gov.uk

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Recruitment information

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to a qualifications check and 3 years referencing.

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.