Apprentice Digital Administration Assistant

inploi; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Trafford is offering a full-time apprenticeship for an IT Procurement Assistant. The role includes maintaining records, scheduling, and assisting with purchase orders while supporting the completion of a Business Administration qualification. Ideal for organized individuals eager to learn in a local government setting. The position offers flexibility and a living wage, with applications open until October 1, 2025.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunity for professional development

Living Wage Employer

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in a busy, varied and pressurised environment.
• Demonstrate good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate digital records and databases.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars.
• Assist with the raising and receipting of Purchase Orders.
• Assist with Freedom of Information requests.

Skills

Organised

Eager to learn

Good attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 9-4)

Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0TH

Salary range: Band 1 SCP 2-3 (£24,413 - £24,796 per annum)

Trafford council is a Living Wage Employer - this means that we pay all our staff a minimum of the Real Living Wage rate which is currently £12.60 per hour.

For any periods where our lowest hourly rate drops below the Real Living Wage rate applicable at the time, we provide an hourly supplement to increase pay to this level. This applies to staff who are on the lowest pay point of our Band 1 grade.

Working Pattern Full Time

Working hours 36.25 per week

Contract type Fixed term 18 24 months

We will offer flexibility where we can if you are interested in a role, please speak to the recruiting manager about what flexibility they might consider.

Many of our colleagues can work from home for one or more days a week and/or they flex the hours they work. We call this SMART working, and it gives you the option to flex your days and hours so you can fit your work around your life and life around your work.

Application deadline Wednesday, 1st October 2025

Interview date w/c 13th October 2025

Interview type In person

About the Role

We currently have an exciting developmental opportunity within our IT Procurement team.

Key duties will include:

Undertaking a development programme (on-site and off-site) including participation in required training and learning leading to a Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification.

Maintain accurate digital records and databases

Schedule appointments and manage calendars

Assisting with the raising and receipting of Purchase Orders, checking and processing of invoices, within in a timely manner

Assisting with the calculation and processing of recharges of certain costs back to the business; including hardware, software and telephony.

Assist with Freedom of Information requests

Other Ad Hoc duties as and when required by the team or managers

About you

This role is ideal for someone who is organised, eager to learn, and interested in a career in IT, procurement or administration within a Local Government environment. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience and work towards a recognised qualification in Business Administration.

You will have:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 9-4) / A-D) or equivalent Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
• Must be able to meet the above, as a minimum requirement of the training provider to be able to access the Business Administration Apprenticeship programme.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel
• An understanding of good customer service standards
• Good attention to detail
• Able to accept and deal with changing priorities related to both their own work and to the organisation.

Skills and abilities

• Ability to work in a busy, varied and pressurised environment
• Demonstrate good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation
• Ability to work as part of a team but also to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision

About us

Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.

Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.

Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.

Contact Details

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jo Edwards: [e-mail]

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | www.inploi.com (greater.jobs)

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION

Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - greater.jobs | www.inploi.com

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor.

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