Apprentice Project Support Officer

“Southampton – a city of opportunity where everyone thrives”Apprenticeships are an exciting way to develop your career. At Southampton City Council we’re keen to invest in people, apprentices are a valuable part of our workforce and the future of the council.As an apprentice you’ll be receiving practical and professional training right from the start. Working alongside experienced colleagues who will supervise your development and a dedicated mentor providing support and guidance throughout your training. You will have regular reviews with your manager and tutor so you know how you are doing and can gain support with any activities to help you progress.An apprenticeship is a real job, with real responsibilities and along with a competitive salary an apprenticeship will provide you with many benefits including;Paid time off for holidays and a pension schemeA career path so you can progress to the next levelOn and off the job trainingThe achievement of a nationally recognised qualification while you work.At Southampton City Council we are committed to paying Foundation Living Wage as a minimum and we believe apprentices should also be paid fairly. Your salary as an apprentice will be £24,795 annually and may increase in line with any national rise in Foundation Living Wage.About The RoleSouthampton City Council’s Economic Development and Regeneration Division are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Project Support Officer to support our growth objectives for the City.As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic public sector environment focussed on growing our City's economy and increasing economic inclusion, providing vital administrative and digital marketing support for projects, events, and daily operations. You will develop key skills in customer service, communication, data management, marketing and teamwork, all while working towards a recognised qualification in Business Administration.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport administrative tasks across the Division, including the Employment Support Team, Solent Business and Skills Solutions, the Adult Learning team, and for the Director of Economic DevelopmentManage a range of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTokAssist with organising meetings, events, and training sessionsHandle enquiries via phone, email, online, and in personMaintain accurate records and update databasesWork collaboratively with colleagues, external partners, businesses and members of the public to grow our economy and increase economic inclusionAbout YouKeen interest in administration and public serviceCommitment to economic inclusion and economic growthExcellent communication and organisational skillsProactive, willing to learn, and able to work as part of a teamGCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths preferredWhat We Can Offer YouHere at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below.Excellent Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and serviceFlexible working options (role-dependent)Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for DependentsTraining and development, including coaching and mentoringHealth and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networksVeteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces CovenantRetail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platformDiscounted memberships at local sports and fitness centresSustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loansEmployee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteerBenefitsFor further information on our benefits package please visit: For an informal discussion about the post please contact Dan Stickland atYou will be working towards the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship with Fareport Training. The duration of this apprenticeship is 15 months with 3 months for the End Point Assessment.This is an exciting opportunity to build a solid foundation for your future career. If you’re ready to improve economic growth in our City and develop valuable workplace skills, we want to hear from you! To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button below to complete the online application form.Additional InformationThis role is a fixed term apprenticeship of approximately 18 months, 37 hours a week.This is a fixed term position and the salary will be pro rata of the above salary.Contact Name & DetailsFor all recruitment queries please contactWe’re proud to be #DisabilityConfident and support fair recruitment practices. Find out how you can get involved at gov.uk/disability-confident