Vacancy details

Bracknell Forest Council is a small unitary authority.  The council provides services to the community such as the libraries, road maintenance, waste and recycling, council tax but also schools and social care.

Help us deliver great opportunities to build on the skills and knowledge of our people.

We have an exciting opportunity within the Learning and Development (L&D) team for you to study the Business & Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship whilst providing admin support to our Learning & Development Team.

Learning & Development focuses on developing knowledge and skills of the council’s most valuable asset: its employees.

Our Learning & Development professionals perform a range of tasks including, training delivery, providing and building e-learning opportunities, organise workshops, manage the booking and recording systems and commissions bespoke training when required.

What it's like working in our team...

Reporting to the Head of  Learning & Development, this role offers the appointee the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of initiatives, adding value and support to our established L&D team.

This is a fixed term role for 24 months, during which you will undertake an 18 month Business and Administration apprenticeship.

Due to the nature of the role you will be required to be office based (Time Square) 3 days a week.

You’ll find the Learning & Development team a supportive and inclusive environment where colleagues enjoy teamwork and problem solving.

Whilst working with colleagues across the organisation you will experience our shared values and goals that underpin our ‘One Council’ approach.

You will be a key team member, supported along the way whilst making an impact on what we do.

In applying for this role, your application may be passed to our apprentice provider, Ixion, for shortlisting and accessibility checks.

You will be supported to carry out the following duties, responsibilities and training...

An apprenticeship in Business and Administration covers topics such as understanding how an organisation works, engaging with stakeholders, project management, analysing data and effective document and record production.

The Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship will take 18 months to complete, and you will study for the qualification with our apprentice provider, Ixion.

Whilst studying for your apprenticeship you will be supported by a workforce coach for the duration of the course.  At the end of your apprenticeship we will work with you to see if we can identify and secure a permanent position for you in Bracknell Forest Council. 

We understand that that this may be your first job in an office and there will be people a variety of people who will be available to support you.  These will include your team manager, your colleagues and the workplace coach who will support your learning throughout your apprenticeship. 

If you need any reasonable work place adjustments please let us know so that these can be made for you at interview or in the role.

The benefits you will experience are...

• An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
• Opportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.
• Generous annual leave commencing at 25 days increasing after 3 years’ service to 28 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.
• Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses.
• A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.
• Internal sports and social club opportunities.
• An extensive employee assistance programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
• Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
• Supermarket discount.
• Local government pension scheme / Life insurance cover.

What we're looking for...

We are in search of an individual who is enthusiastic about learning and eager to kick-start their career.

You will need to be highly organised and able to manage various administrative tasks, follow up on queries and with the technical ability to support and develop our e-learning and training recording systems.

As a Business & Administration Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in various aspects of Learning & Development while receiving mentorship and training. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience and the chance to develop essential skills crucial for your future success

Qualities we are looking for:

• Enthusiasm to continually learn and develop your skills and knowledge
• Enthusiasm learn and develop our e-learning offering
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to generate reports interpret data
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload

Interview date

Interviews will be held on 29th & 30th May 2024

Want to ask us a question?

For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:

Jane Sherwood, Head of Learning & Development

Email: jane.sherwood@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. As a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you need any adjustments at any point during the recruitment process by contacting our friendly recruitment team on recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

This is a fixed term contract for 24 months. 

Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Please note there is a secondment request form that must be completed and discussed with your existing manager.

We can only accept applications from candidates who have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years due to funding regulations.

Any candidates that are currently residing in the UK and wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.

No agencies please. 

Equal Opportunities

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.