Project Support Administrator Apprentice

Are you organised, curious, and keen to start your career in business admin and project work? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy Projects Team as a Project Support Apprentice.

You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting real projects that make a difference in your local community - helping improve services, organise activities, and support developments across the area.

A willingness to learn, and a positive attitude is key!

What You’ll Be Doing:

As an apprentice, you’ll learn how to:

Support projects from start to finish, helping keep everything on track Help different Council teams improve services and deliver new ideas Keep project information organised and up to date Collect and present information to support project updates Create emails, reports, and presentations Work with a variety of people, including colleagues, suppliers, and contractors Help organise meetings (including agendas and taking notes) Track actions to make sure tasks are completed Assist with basic finance tasks, like raising purchase orders Attend local site visits (in Taunton) for ongoing projects Manage your time and prioritise tasks effectively

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

Organised and good at managing your time A clear communicator (written and verbal) Comfortable using basic IT (e.g. email, Word, Excel or willing to learn) Interested in how projects work Reliable and willing to learn new skills Able to work well with others

What You’ll Gain:

A recognised apprenticeship qualification Real-world experience in project work and administration Training and support to help you grow your skills The chance to build confidence working in a professional environment Opportunities to attend training and develop your career

Our Values:

We expect all our staff to demonstrate our PACT values:

Promote Respect always, Ambitious and Accountable,
Compassionate and Trustworthy

Additional Information:

Some flexibility may be required, including occasional evenings or weekends You’ll be supported throughout your apprenticeship with training and development opportunities

Why Apply?

This is a great first step into a career in project management, administration, or local government - giving you valuable skills that you can use in many future roles

Training:

Business Administrator Level 3.

Training Outcome:

Career progression opportunities may be available, subject to the apprentice applying for and being successful in the organisation’s recruitment process for relevant vacancies.

Employer Description:

Taunton Town Council is the parish council for Taunton. We look after local services such as open spaces, parks, public toilets, events and small grants, and we work with partners to improve the town. We are based at Deane House, Belvedere Road, Taunton and at our depot at Cornishway North, Taunton.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (4.30pm finish on a Friday), including 1-day per week for day release for college

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative