Assets Apprentice

Training Provider; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Taunton Town Council is seeking a Business Admin Apprentice to join our team in Taunton. This role offers a recognised qualification while gaining practical workplace skills and serving the local community.

You will support the management and maintenance of Council buildings and spaces, handle digital records, and assist with projects across the town using MS Office.

No two days are the same as you coordinate repairs, liaise with contractors, and help ensure services run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated candidate seeking a recognised qualification.
• Willingness to learn through a formal apprenticeship.
• Good communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain digital records and databases.
• Support inspections of Council properties.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers.
• Monitor energy and utility usage and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Digital records

Property inspections

Maintenance coordination

Contractor liaison

MS Office

Education

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Business and administration

Salary: National Minimum Wage for Apprentices — £12,480 a year

Address: THE DEANE HOUSE, BELVEDERE ROAD, TAUNTON, TA1 1HE

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Business Admin Apprentice to join our friendly team at Taunton Town Council. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to gain a recognised qualification while developing valuable workplace skills and making a real difference in their local community.

In this varied and rewarding role, no two days will be the same. You will support the effective management and maintenance of Council buildings, facilities and community spaces across Taunton, gaining valuable experience in both office-based and practical environments.

Your duties will include:

• Maintaining digital records and databases
• Supporting inspections of Council properties
• Coordinating repairs and maintenance activities
• Liaising with contractors and service providers

You will also help monitor energy and utility usage, respond to enquiries from staff, residents and customers, and assist with projects that enhance Council services. Using a range of systems, technology and Microsoft Office applications, you will play an important part in keeping services running smoothly while supporting events and activities throughout the town.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of administrative and organisational skills while contributing to the local community.