Business Administration Apprentice


Company:	Rutland County Council
Salary:	£20,932 - £24,521
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Catmose, Oakham, LE15 6HP
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	13 Aug 2026
Closing date:	10 Sept 2026

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Summary

BusinessAdministration Apprentice

Working Hours: 37 per week

Interview dates: To be confirmed

Kick-start your career with us!

Are you organised, enthusiastic and ready to learn?

We're looking for a motivated and friendly Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for your first job. You will gain valuable workplace experience, develop skills and earn while you learn.

What you will be doing:

providing administrative support across Council teams

help organise meetings, appointments and events ; maintain accurate records and databases

respond to calls and emails professionally; prepare documents, letters and reports; support colleagues with day-to-day task.

We are looking forApprentices who have

a positive attitude and willingness to learn

good communication skills

are organised and reliable

comfortable using technology

work well with others

You will gain:

hands-on workplace experience

support from experienced colleagues and mentors

career development opportunities

time to study for a Level 2/3 qualification in Business Administration.

We are committed to helping you succeed in your first job.

Informal enquiries:

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Fiona Rowntree, Head of Human Resources & Organisational Development at

frowntree@rutland.gov.uk

We review applicationsfrequently; however, in periods of high demand, the role may close earlier than advertised, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

 Our benefits:

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

A strong focus on health, well-being, and work-life balance 

For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page:

https://www.rutland.gov.uk/

Our Values

Our values – Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference – guide everything we do. We’relooking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.

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