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Apprentice - Governance and Procurement

West Suffolk Council · Bury St. Edmunds · posted 21 October 2026

Wage
£20,932.81 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Starts
1 December 2026
Closing date
5 November 2026
Positions
1

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To assist in providing effective and efficient administration support to the Governance and Procurement Service.

•arrangements for local and national elections and referenda
•maintenance of the register of electors and absent voters lists including regular contact with members of the public
•arrangements for meetings of Council, Cabinet and Council committees
•assisting in the administration of the Procurement Service
•administration of governance databases and portals
•working with Officers within the Governance and Procurement Team to support various aspects of their work

You will be expected to carry out tasks required on a day-to-day basis. The work you will do will be designed to ensure you meet the evidence and standards required for your qualification.

Your training

Whilst working, you will complete a Level 3 qualification in Business Administration, for which you will be entitled to paid study time to complete; this is linked to the national apprenticeship scheme. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, learning and develop new skills whilst building your confidence along the way.

Where it leads

It is not guaranteed that the apprentice will move into a full time post however, other opportunities may be available at the time.

About West Suffolk Council

West Suffolk Council is an extremely ambitious and dynamic local authority with a workforce of over 700 employees. We provide healthy, safe and vibrant places to live and work. Few other employers play such a pivotal role in the community. That's a great responsibility but also very rewarding and something that really makes a difference.

Things to consider

Must be eligible for apprenticeship funding.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language, Maths, and ICT or equivalent. (grade 9 to 4 (formerly A* to C)) — essential

Where you'll work

  • West Suffolk House, Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3YU

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