Modern Apprentice - Work Scheduler 101149

Stirling Council; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity as a Modern Apprentice Administrator at Stirling Council awaits you. In this role, you will learn to manage repairs and maintenance scheduling systems, handle administrative tasks, and work closely with the materials controller on procurement and stock management. Candidates aged 16-19 are welcome to apply, with flexibility and support provided to balance work and learning. This apprenticeship includes access to ongoing training, flexible working arrangements, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Incremental pay progression

Full sick pay

Paid Paternity Leave

Health & Wellbeing support

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 16-19 years old by September 2025 (or official summer 2025 leaver).
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for the role.
• Commitment to learning and undertaking related training.

Responsibilities

• Operate systems related to repairs and maintenance scheduling.
• Liaise with staff, requisition supplies, and manage work progress.
• Assist with administrative duties and materials control.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Problem-solving

Education

Business Administration Modern Apprenticeship

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Property and Assets section of Housing Services as a Modern Apprentice Administrator. Within the team, you will learn how to operate our systems related to our repairs and maintenance scheduling systems including how to programme & arrange appointments, liaise with staff, requisition supplies, progressing work, and issuing letters, resolve problems and contribute with administrative duties. You will also be working with our materials controller in all aspects of stores duties including ordering and purchasing of stock material, stock taking, vehicle imprest stocks, check delivery documentation and the management of requisitions.

As a Modern Apprentice, you will undertake a Business Administration Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF 5 and undertake any other training relevant to the role. You will be 16-19 years old by September 2025 (or an official summer 2025 leaver) and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm this role and a commitment to learn. You will access training through a local training provider.

This opportunity is funded through the Modern Apprenticeship scheme and candidates between 20-29 years old may be eligible for enhanced funding if you have a disability or are care experienced.

The successful candidate will be required to be complete a Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

If you are an existing employee of Stirling Council, please do not apply here, but instead via Opportunity Marketplace within MyPortal.

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service)
• Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don’t always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.
• Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development