The role
Oxford City Council has an exciting opportunity for someone to join their Options Team as an apprentice in support of ‘growing our own’.

Playing an important part of the team the apprentice will be supported in developing a range of skills and completing Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship to help develop the breadth and knowledge required to apply a professional administrative approach to business and achieve highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Working with an innovative and professional team there will be an opportunity to learn about housing and homelessness and engage with different internal and external partners to develop excellent customer service skills.

We are looking for an apprentice who is:

• Enthusiastic about learning new skills
• Adaptable and a team player
• Keen to contribute to the success of the team and service
• Wants to make a difference to supporting others

The Training
The apprenticeship will guide you through both on-the-job and academic taught skills to enable you not only understand, but develop your skills as Homelessness Prevention officer. You will be assigned a manager and a mentor who will support you throughout your apprenticeship. They will ensure you gain the right experience and skills, whilst working towards your Level 3 Business Administration qualification through Abingdon and Witney college.   Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship - Abingdon & Witney College (abingdon-witney.ac.uk)

Why Choose Oxford City Council
We are committed to support you in the first steps of your new career or maybe it’s the first time in the world of work. Working along our established a committed team we will support you fully to ensure toy reach your full potential.

We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us!  Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive.

Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working.

We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years’ service

We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development

An above average pension offering

Plus other great benefits

For an informal discussion about the post please Abi Bird, Options Team Leader on 01865 335790 or email abbird@oxford.gov.uk  

Interested? Then download the attachment for the full job details and apply online.