Democratic Services and Elections Apprentice

Support the administration of Council and committee meetings, including preparing, checking and publishing agendas and reports Attend meetings and assist with note taking, drafting minutes and follow-up actions Support the provision of services to councillors, including helping organise training, briefings and civic events Provide administrative support for elections and electoral registration functions including upkeep of the electoral register and the Electoral Registration Officer Portal Work with colleagues to support the delivery of all Parish, District, County, Parliamentary elections and Referenda Assist with projects that encourage public engagement and democratic participation Provide high quality administrative support to the Democratic Services and Elections Team and wider Policy, Governance and Engagement Service where required Maintain accurate records, registers and filing systems Provide frontline and high-level customer service by responding to queries and complaints, explaining processes and resolving queries Handle sensitive information appropriately, maintaining confidentiality in line with data protection requirements Undertake the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship and apply learning in the workplace Provide practical evidence of learning to support achievement of the formal qualification Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and personal development Understand the value of working for an employer who is committed to equality of opportunity Undertake any other duties that commensurate with the grade of the post, as may be required from time to time Good general education or equivalent experience Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to organise work and manage time effectively Good attention to detail and accuracy Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications Willingness to learn and develop new skills Understanding of the importance of customer service Ability to undertake work consistent with a comparatively basic knowledge and skills requirement, which encompasses a range of tasks involving the application of readily understood rules, procedures or techniques

Training:
Cirencester College  Business Administration Level 3 Whilst the majority of training will take place at the employers' premises, there will be occasional attendance required at Cirencester College

Training Outcome:

Potential for a full-time role once the apprenticeship has been completed. 

Employer Description:

Stroud District Council is the local government authority for the Stroud district in Gloucestershire, England, headquartered at Ebley Mill.

Working Hours :
37-hours per week, working days and hours TBC

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