Job description

Tendring District Council is looking for a motivated and organised Assurance Apprentice - Business Administrator Level 3 to support a range of administrative, governance and assurance activities across Digital and Assurance Services.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working towards an associated apprenticeship qualification.

Key responsibilities

You will:

Provide administrative support across Internal Audit, Information Governance, Counter-Fraud, Compliance and Finance administration
Handle routine enquiries, correspondence and shared mailbox activity professionally and confidentially
Maintain accurate electronic records, trackers and documents
Assist with information governance processes, including requests, enquiries, logs and records
Collate evidence, prepare routine correspondence and support basic reporting
Help track agreed actions by requesting updates and recording progress

About you

We are looking for someone who is reliable, willing to learn and able to work accurately with information. You will be organised, professional and comfortable using ICT systems to support day-to-day administration.

Essential experience and skills

Good standard of education, including English and Mathematics
Confident use of ICT, including email, word processing and spreadsheets
Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records
Clear communication skills and a professional approach to enquiries
Commitment to completing the apprenticeship and developing new skills

Development opportunity

Gain experience across assurance, governance and administration functions
Develop practical skills in record keeping, correspondence tracking, evidence collation and reporting
Build confidence working in a professional local government environment

What we offer

A supportive team environment with opportunities to learn from experienced officers
Structured development through an apprenticeship programme
Exposure to a varied range of Council services and assurance activities
The opportunity to develop transferable administrative and governance skills

Why join us

This role offers a varied introduction to assurance, governance and administration within local government, supporting work that helps the Council operate effectively and responsibly.