Apprentice Team Standards Coordinator – Public Admin

Southampton City Council; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent local government pension

Flexible working options

Generous holidays 25–31 days

Health and wellbeing support

Training and development

Staff benefits platform

Job summary

Southampton City Council is offering an Apprenticeship role within the Young People’s Service. The position supports the day-to-day running of the service, with supervision, training and a dedicated mentor throughout your training.

You will gain experience in Children’s Social Care while working toward a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship. The role is a learning opportunity with a strong focus on developing professional skills and progressing within the council.

Qualifications

• No previous experience in Children’s Services required; role focuses on potential, motivation and willingness to learn.
• Apprenticeship includes on-the-job training with supervision and a recognised qualification.
• Structured apprenticeship with regular supervision and support from manager and team.

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings, send invitations, prepare documents.
• Liaise with professionals and partner agencies to support multi-agency work.
• Maintain accurate records and update systems.
• Assist with diaries, calendars and team rotas.
• Track key processes to ensure deadlines are met; respond to emails professionally.
• Assist with onboarding tasks for new staff.

Education

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship

Job description

Southampton City Council is offering an Apprenticeship role within the Young People’s Service. The position supports the day-to-day running of the service, with supervision, training and a dedicated mentor throughout your training.

You will gain experience in Children’s Social Care while working toward a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship. The role is a learning opportunity with a strong focus on developing professional skills and progressing within the council.