Mayoral, Democratic Services and Civic Function Suite Apprentice

Mayoral, Democratic Services and Civic Function Suite Apprentice

Level 3 Apprenticeship (Grade 3, £24,796 to £25,989 per annum)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team and are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us at East Staffordshire Borough Council as a Mayoral, Democratic Services and Civic Function Suite Apprentice.

The Legal and Regulatory Services Department is a dynamic, multi-skilled team set at the heart of the Council, incorporating the Legal, Assets and Democratic Services, Environmental Health and Enforcement Team who undertake a broad range of activities as listed in the specific duties in the job description.

The apprenticeship work programme will be flexible, with the Apprentice supporting different teams at different times to meet business needs and gain valuable experience across all areas of activity.

This apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to build a career in local government, to gain a broad range of practical local government experience and gain a recognised qualification while working in a fast-paced and diverse team. Full training and mentoring/support will be provided to the Apprentice throughout the term.

We are looking for somebody who has:

• Great interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT applications
• Accuracy and attention to detail

During the apprenticeship, the successful applicant will undertake vocational training and perform a variety of administrative and related tasks across the range of activities delivered by the Legal, Assets and Democratic Services Department, including:

• Support to the Mayoralty
• Democratic Services
• Civic Function Suite

We also offer a generous package of benefits including:

• flexible working hours
• generous annual leave
• opportunities for hybrid working
• free car parking
• local government pension scheme

The appointment is for a fixed term, 2-year contract and subject to performance, the Apprentice may be considered for permanent positions should they arise during the initial two-year contract, if a permanent vacancy is advertised during the apprenticeship, the Apprentice is welcome to submit an application in line with the Council’s recruitment process.

The contracted hours of work are 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a flexible working hours scheme.

Full details of the job role are detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Additional Information

The Council is actively building diverse teams and welcomes applications from everyone including people of different ages, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. ESBC is a Disability Confident Leader.

Important Notes for Candidates:

Visa Sponsorship

As a smaller local authority, we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence. Therefore, we are unable to issue Certificates of Sponsorship. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application as we are unable to support visa sponsorship

Personal Relationships

A candidate for any appointment with East Staffordshire Borough Council who know of any family or close personal relationship with any Member or Officer, must disclose that relationship when completing an application form for employment.

If you would like an informal chat about this opportunity, please contact Aqeel Adnan (Principal Solicitor and Deputy Monitoring Officer) by emailing aqeel.adnan@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk or telephoning 01283 508257.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30 June 2026.

Applications must include a written statement, in no more than 1,000 words, on how you meet the person specification for this role.