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HR & OD Business Insight Assistant Apprentice Buckinghamshire Council

Join our HR Workforce Data Team as a Business Administration Apprentice and play a vital role in supporting the HR service and wider organisation. You will get to work on exciting projects, including statutory returns and payroll requirements, while developing your skills and knowledge in the field of business insight and data management.

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Closing date: 09 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,254.44

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    20 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000124137

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

In this role you’ll contribute to the work of providing HR related business information reports, while studying to achieve the Level 3 business administration apprenticeship throughout your time with us. We’ll give you time during your working week for study and assessments- which means no evening or weekend study is required!

You will work towards being able to undertake the range of duties listed below:

  • Assisting in report development and validation
  • Ensuring master data meets statutory and business requirements
  • Providing reports using technical tools in our HR records system, SAP
  • Supporting ongoing validation of master data
  • Working on statutory returns, employment terms, and payroll requirements

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will gain hands-on experience in a large organisation, whilst studying towards your nationally recognised qualification - Business Administration L3 Standard qualification, with 20% time out of the workplace for study, training and assessments.  Your training will be via a blended learning approach, with face-to-face visits in your workplace, on-line group workshops on a monthly basis and hands on training within the workplace providing you with all you require to be successful.

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard includes:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Continued Professional Development training, organisational structure
  • Legislation and Regulations
  • Business Administration communication skills
  • Stakeholder Engagement – both internal and external
  • Stakeholder analysis, service level agreements (SLAs), stakeholder salience, stakeholder power versus interest grid
  • Record and document production – document layout, GDPR, Proof reading techniques
  • Decision Making – cost benefit analysis, break even analysis
  • 5 Why’s, Root Cause Analysis
  • Risk analysis and risk management, risk implication/ probability chart, force field analysis, use of organisational policies, procedures, and frameworks for support
  • Social Media in Business and personal
  • Project Management tools – project Life Cycle, Gantt chart, Power V’s Interest Grid, SWOT analysis, Work Breakdown Structure, and risk management techniques
  • Change Management
  • PESTLE analysis
  • Finance – Budget Management, invoice processes
  • Interpersonal skills – professionalism, coaching methods, organisational culture
  • Presenting Like a Pro – workshop on how to deliver high quality presentations

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We cannot guarantee a permanent position following completion of the apprenticeship; however this is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop skills in HR and data management.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) Essential

About the employer

We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.

Employer

Buckinghamshire Council

Address

Walton Street Offices

Walton Street

Aylesbury

HP20 1UA

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Training

Training provider

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

Contact

Stuart Boyle

stuart.boyle@buckinghamshire.gov.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Click on the link and apply through the instructions provided on the website

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 09 Feb 2023