Transformation and Improvement Support Apprentice

Kick start your career in Improvement and Business Growth. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Birmingham care-experienced young person to join our Improvement and Business Growth team as a Transformation and Improvement Support apprentice. The team’s core business is the provision of improvement support to other children’s services. This role is designed to help you gain valuable skills, experience, and a nationally recognised qualification while making a real difference in people’s lives.

As an apprentice, you will work alongside experienced professionals and project leads. You will contribute to the promotion, organisation and professional delivery of the Trust’s sector-led support while benefiting from tailored support and mentoring. You’ll learn on the job and through structured training, with plenty of support every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• As our expert by experience you will support the team to always hold in mind and champion children and young people’s felt experience, bringing your expert by experience perspective to all of the team’s work
• Work alongside team members (including associates) to develop and lead support offers and initiatives
• Take a leading role in the development and delivery of participation and co-production support offers and initiatives, plus any particular specific areas of personal interest
• Develop project management expertise, including improvement methodology, change management etc
• Support the development and upkeep of the team’s digital and online presence, including contributing to the effective use of virtual platforms, digital tools and online resources to promote support offers
• Support the promotion and raising awareness of the team’s participation, engagement and improvement support offers, including developing skills in communicating and presenting information effectively to a range of audiences

What We’re Looking For

• Birmingham care-experienced young people (this opportunity is ringfenced for you).
• A genuine interest in helping others and making a positive impact.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance.

No prior experience is required – full training will be provided.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a professional business improvement environment.
• Support from a dedicated mentor and training provider.
• Skills that can lead to a rewarding career in social care, business improvement or related fields.

For more information on the role download the job description and person speciation attached.

How to Apply

If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to hear from you! To find out more, please contact Dawn Crooks and Gayle Mason-Gordon at apprenticeships@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

Benefits

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.