Community Investment and Housing Support Apprentice

Vale of Glamorgan Council; Barry; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic candidate for a Housing and Community Development apprenticeship. This role offers hands-on experience supporting community projects while gaining insights into housing management. Candidates should have good communication skills and be eager to learn. The apprenticeship includes support for a recognized qualification in Business Administration. This position is hybrid, based in Barry with a fixed-term contract.

Benefits

Opportunity for qualification

Qualifications

• Ability to promote community investment projects.
• Skills in creating and distributing newsletters.
• Competence in maintaining digital content.

Responsibilities

• Support promotion of community investment projects.
• Assist with newsletter creation and distribution.
• Maintain and update website content.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Strong communicator

Organized

Comfortable with digital tools

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

About Us

At the Vale of Glamorgan Council, we are committed to building strong, inclusive communities and delivering high-quality housing services. Our Housing Management and Community Investment & Engagement teams work collaboratively to support tenants, enhance neighbourhoods, and empower residents. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in both housing and community development, while contributing to meaningful local projects.

Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About The Role

Are you looking to take your first steps in a career in housing and community development? Do you want to gain hands-on experience while making a real difference in your community?

This exciting opportunity will see you working closely with both the Housing Management and Community Investment & Engagement teams. You will support the delivery of community-focused projects and gain insight into the day-to-day operations of housing services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the promotion of community investment projects
• Assisting with the creation and distribution of newsletters
• Helping to maintain and update the team’s website content
• Working with local teams to deliver community-based initiatives

This role is ideal for someone keen, proactive, and eager to learn. You’ll be supported throughout your journey and encouraged to develop your professional skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. As part of the apprenticeship, you will also be supported to complete a recognised qualification in Business Administration, helping to build a strong foundation for your future career. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the team’s social media communications, helping to promote community projects and engage with residents online.

Pay Details: Apprenticeship Rate

Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37

Main Place of Work: Hybrid working, The Alps Office, The Hub and Home

Temporary Reason: Fixed Term Contract 12 months or on completion of the qualification, whichever is first.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• A strong communicator with good people skills
• Organised and able to manage tasks independently
• Comfortable with data entry and digital tools

You will gain:

• An understanding of housing management principles and exposure to a wide range of housing issues
• Insight into community development practices, including participatory budgeting and co-production
• Experience working as part of a multifunctional team

Additional information

Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.