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Governance Apprentice

Ocean Housing Ltd. · St. Austell · posted 23 July 2026

Wage
£15,392 to £24,454.04 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
7 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Support the Governance, Risk and Performance Team across the three disciplines, with a primary focus on governance administration, meeting support and the effective operation of Ocean Housing’s governance, risks and performance framework.
  • Provide administrative and coordination support for internal governance groups, and OHL Board and Committees with diary management, collation of papers, minute taking, action tracking and maintaining accurate governance records.
  • Contribute to effective governance, risk management, performance monitoring and regulatory assurance across the organisation.
  • An apprenticeship position within the Governance, Risk and Performance Team, providing structured learning and practical experience in business and governance administration, meeting support, risk management and performance monitoring within a registered provider of social housing. The role will support the post holder to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for the relevant Level 3 apprenticeship programme, with a strong focus on accuracy, confidentiality, organisation, communication and professional stakeholder support.

Your training

You will be working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard.

You will be required to attend Cornwall College St Austell on a fortnightly basis as part of the apprenticeship training.

You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and your employer.

Where it leads

The right candidate may be offered a permanent position following completion of their apprenticeship.

About Ocean Housing Ltd.

Ocean Housing is a Cornwall-based housing provider dedicated to delivering affordable homes and community support services. Ocean provides affordable housing across Cornwall, including rental homes, shared ownership, and homes for sale. It manages and maintains properties, ensuring tenants have access to repairs, support, and safe living conditions and supports communities through initiatives that tackle issues like damp and mould, anti-social behaviour, and tenant wellbeing. Ocean is deeply rooted in Cornwall and understands the unique housing challenges of the region and tailors its services accordingly. We are proactive in addressing issues like damp and mould, and committed to maintaining safe, energy-efficient homes. Ocean is an employer of choice and is a holder of the ‘Gold’ Investors in People Award.

Things to consider

Apprentices will need their own transport to Cornwall College St Austell and Stennack House. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Stennack House, Stennack Road Holmbush, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3SW

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