Modern Apprentice: Work Scheduler - STR07929

Stirling Council; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is offering an exciting opportunity for a Modern Apprentice Administrator in Housing Services. The successful candidate will learn to manage repairs and maintenance scheduling while undertaking a Business Administration apprenticeship. This role is targeted at candidates aged 16-19 with a passion for learning, and includes benefits such as annual leave, flexible working, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing support

Opportunities for Learning & Development

Qualifications

• Candidates must be aged 16-19 by September 2025 or a summer 2025 leaver.
• Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check required after interview.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate systems for repairs and maintenance scheduling.
• Assist in stores duties, including ordering and stock management.
• Contribute to administrative duties and problem resolution.

Skills

Enthusiasm for the role

Commitment to learning

Education

Business Administration Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 5

Job description

Job Description

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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 repairs and maintenance scheduling, including programming & arranging appointments, liaising with staff, requisitioning supplies, progressing work, issuing letters, resolving problems, and contributing to administrative duties. You will also work with our materials controller in all aspects of stores duties, including ordering and purchasing stock materials, stock taking, managing vehicle imprest stocks, checking delivery documentation, and handling requisitions.

As a Modern Apprentice, you will undertake a Business Administration Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 5 and receive relevant training through a local provider. The role is open to candidates aged 16-19 by September 2025 (or an official summer 2025 leaver). Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for the role and a commitment to learning.

This opportunity is funded through the Modern Apprenticeship scheme. Candidates aged 20-29 may be eligible for enhanced funding if they have a disability or are care experienced.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years of continuous service)
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid office/home working
• Biennial incremental progression
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For details, visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay, depending on length of service
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Health & Wellbeing support
• Opportunities for Learning & Development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme

Requirements

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

We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.