You’ll be part of Thurrock Council's Performance and Support team to provide support to Performance & Support Team in the provision of services including land charges, building control and planning.
The Business Administration Apprentice will support the team to:
To process (including scanning, saving and indexing) applications within statutory time limits. (training will be available)
Maintain and monitor information retained on a variety of software systems
Undertake in the production and circulation of letters, emails and other documentation
Respond to requests (by telephone, letter, email and in person) for information in a clear, accurate, polite and prompt fashion
Help manage the team’s filing and record keeping and contribute to the maintenance of records on current applications, using both paper based and computer-based systems, including inputting and extracting information via a personal computer
Respond to straight forward requests, including researching records and other information sources, as necessary by accessing information from software and/or by liaising with officers
Retrieve visitors, ensuring they are appropriately dealt with and help with the booking of rooms for meetings
To attend meetings and briefings when required and provide the appropriate feedback, including taking minutes and distributing them accordingly
Validate applications and carry out local land charges searches.
Any other duties required with the general level of responsibility of this post
Training:
You will study towards the level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship and will be practising the skills learned in your day to day job
Study will take place through South Essex College who are based in New Road Grays. However, training will be mostly delivered online. A tutor will be allocated to you to support you throughout your qualification and meet with you regularly online
You will be allocated 6 hours per week for off-the-job training. This will be within your paid working hours. These hours can be spread across the week and will be agreed between yourself, line manager and tutor
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship prepares you for a variety of roles involving Business Administration. At the end of your apprenticeship, you will be supported to apply for suitable vacancies (subject to availability).
Employer Description:Our vision – An ambitious and collaborative community which is proud of its heritage and excited by its diverse opportunities and future.
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 8.45am - 5.15pm. Friday, 8.45am - 4.45pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
You’ll be part of the Trading Standards team who are friendly and supportive and will offer a varied and interesting workload. No two days are ever the same. You’ll be provided with a wide variety of work experience opportunities to demonstrate proficiency in a number of enforcement activities as required by the qualification.
The Trading Standards Team enforce various laws in relation to consumer protection to ensure that members of the public are not ripped off by unscrupulous traders and ensure unsafe or illegal items are not being sold. This really is your opportunity to start an exciting and varied career where you will make a huge difference to the Thurrock Community.
In this type of role, you will be performing a variety of duties, but your main responsibilities will include:
Supporting Trading Standards Officers with their enforcement actions
Advising business and consumers on Trading Standards legislation
Study for the L6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship
Training:You will study towards the Level 6 Trading Standards Practitioner Apprenticeship and will be practising the skills learned in your day-to-day job. You’ll be provided with a wide variety of work experience opportunities to demonstrate proficiency in a number of enforcement activities as required by the qualification.
Although our office base is at the Civic Offices, New Road, Grays, Essex, there will be a requirement to work from home and out on site. Training will mainly take place at the Civic Offices, but you may be asked to attend an alternative training facility from time to time.
Apprenticeship study will be undertaken within normal working hours however there is an expectation that some study will be done in your own time. Time will be allocated to attend training and complete assignments, workbooks, online training etc. as required by the qualification. Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you will be supported to further your career.Employer Description:Our vision – An ambitious and collaborative community which is proud of its heritage and excited by its diverse opportunities and future.
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.Working Hours :37 hours per week. Normal working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm, Fridays with a 30-minute lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Assist electricians with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems
Learn to install wiring, lighting, and power distribution systems under supervision
Support testing and inspection of electrical installations
Help identify and resolve faults using appropriate tools and techniques
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards on site
Keep accurate records of work completed and materials used
Assist with reading and interpreting technical drawings and wiring diagrams
Maintain tools, equipment, and a safe work environment
Attend college training sessions and complete coursework on time
Follow instructions from supervisors and contribute positively to the team
Training:
Installation and Maintenance Electrician Level 3
Waltham Forest College - 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB
1 day a week
On-site in college
Training Outcome:Qualified Electrician.Employer Description:Spark Tech MEP are a versatile and experienced MEP business that was set up to deliver specialist electrical, mechanical and public health installation services to meet demands of the market across the UK. As well as delivering projects independently, we work alongside our Parent Company – the Statom Group, to deliver turnkey solutions for a range of projects across varying sectors.
We are fully accredited (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and have a reputation for maintaining high standards of work, exceptional Health & Safety management, and for going above and beyond for our Clients.
Spark Tech MEP can be trusted to deliver residential and commercial MEP projects to the highest quality standards, on time and to budget, no matter how technically demanding or logistically complicated. We always work within the programme parameters and work to specification, however, can also be on hand to offer ideas for value engineering and for greater project efficiencies. We offer a comprehensive range of expert services for your project.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Assist qualified plumbers with the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems
Learn to fit bathrooms, kitchens, pipework, and heating systems
Help diagnose and fix plumbing issues under supervision
Carry out basic testing and inspection of plumbing installations
Maintain tools, equipment, and a safe, clean work environment
Work on-site and in residential/commercial properties
Support in ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures
Accurately record work completed and materials used
Attend college training and complete coursework on time
Training:
Waltham Forest College - 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB
1 day a week
On-site in college
Training Outcome:
Qualified Plumber
Employer Description:Spark Tech MEP are a versatile and experienced MEP business that was set up to deliver specialist electrical, mechanical and public health installation services to meet demands of the market across the UK. As well as delivering projects independently, we work alongside our Parent Company – the Statom Group, to deliver turnkey solutions for a range of projects across varying sectors.
We are fully accredited (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and have a reputation for maintaining high standards of work, exceptional Health & Safety management, and for going above and beyond for our Clients.
Spark Tech MEP can be trusted to deliver residential and commercial MEP projects to the highest quality standards, on time and to budget, no matter how technically demanding or logistically complicated. We always work within the programme parameters and work to specification, however, can also be on hand to offer ideas for value engineering and for greater project efficiencies. We offer a comprehensive range of expert services for your project.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
