Finance and Public Value Apprentice

Summary

We are recruiting for Finance Apprentices to work across a range of teams within Devon Finance Services. This is an extremely exciting time to join us as we invest in the future Council workforce. Gives the opportunity to gain a Level 3 Business Admin or AAT Accounting Technician (Level 3)

Annual wage

£22,737 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£22,737 - £23,114

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday- Friday 9.00am- 5.00pm However these hours are flexible

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 4 November

Duration

1 Year 8 Months

Positions available

4

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Receive enquiries by telephone, face to face and email and take appropriate action to ensure that such enquiries are properly responded to, learning to make appropriate decisions to either responding personally or redirecting to an appropriate officer
Undertake administrative tasks, for example, record keeping (both manual and computerised), filing, responding to routine correspondence, photocopying, message taking, word processing, data input and retrieval, as required
Assist in a range of financial or related activities, including ordering, invoice processing, maintenance of accounts, charging systems and appropriate records, administration of allowances, grants and agency payments, assessment for and collection of income, payment of fees, provision of stationery, conduct inventories etc.

Where you’ll work

Devon County Hall

Topsham Road

Exeter

EX2 4QD

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

EXETER COLLEGE

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

A level 3 qualification in either Business Administration or level 3 AAT Accountant Technician
One day a week will be allowed for Apprenticeship training

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade C/4 or above)
Maths (grade C/4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

About this company

At Devon County Council, we work together to improve life across Devon for everyone. We want to create a place that people enjoy living in, as well as a place that you enjoy working.

https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

There may be opportunities for further, higher level Apprenticeships within the team
A permanent job contract after completion of Apprenticeship may be offered

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Devon County Council

Brooklyn Hammett

brooklyn.hammett@devon.gov.uk

01392 381219

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000277141.

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Closes in 15 days (Friday 4 October)

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