Location
Sutton, London Borough of Sutton

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£25,999 per annum

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Located in zone 5 with excellent transport links, Sutton boasts award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing, and great schools. The borough enjoys high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services while addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and local developments.

About the Borough (continued)
Sutton is investing continuously in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, Sutton is developing the London Cancer Hub, aiming to become the world’s leading life-science district specializing in cancer research and treatment. This vision will create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy, fostering a vibrant community of scientists, doctors, and innovative companies. With regeneration projects including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to supporting residents and vulnerable groups to maintain independence and balance support with independent living.

About the Service and Team
We are seeking hard-working, motivated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our apprenticeship scheme. Regardless of age, previous experience, or qualifications (applicants must be at least 16 years old and not in full-time education), we welcome applications from those who demonstrate potential, determination, and a drive to succeed. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to kick-start their careers under the guidance of skilled and experienced staff, while earning, learning, and achieving nationally recognised qualifications.

About the Role
This exciting apprenticeship opportunity is within our Emergency Planning & Resilience Team. You will be involved in developing, maintaining, and exercising robust emergency plans to ensure community safety and resilience. Your responsibilities will include contributing to emergency planning, business continuity, and event safety, applying a proactive approach and demonstrating strong administrative and communication skills.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, good IT skills, strong attention to detail, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn.

Apprenticeship Funding Eligibility
To qualify for apprenticeship funding, applicants must:
- Hold GCSE level C/equivalent in Maths and English and be able to present original certificates, or be committed to completing these via functional skills assessments as part of the apprenticeship.
- Only apply for an apprenticeship unrelated to any qualifications they already hold at the same or higher level.
- Not be enrolled on another funded apprenticeship or further/higher education programme at the start of this apprenticeship.
- Have the right to work and study in England and meet one of the following:
  - Be a citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA) or have the right to abode in the UK and have been resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years before the apprenticeship start date.
  - Be a non-EEA citizen with UK government permission to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the apprenticeship start date.

Our Offer to You
Apprenticeships are offered on a minimum 12-month contract (some longer depending on level), with 24 days paid annual leave, access to an online staff benefits portal including discounts at local and national shops, restaurants, and attractions, and the opportunity to undertake three volunteering days per year in Sutton. The minimum starting salary is £22,432 per annum. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme supports improved work-life balance by allowing staff to work from various locations without the requirement to be in the office five days a week.

Additional Benefits
Further discounts are available to apprentices. We are proud of our apprenticeship scheme and the achievements of our apprentices, many of whom have secured permanent employment with the Council and continue to excel in their careers.

Experience
No previous experience required. Enthusiasm, motivation, and a willingness to learn are essential.

About you
Excellent communication and IT skills, strong attention to detail, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and not in full-time education. Commitment to personal development and working collaboratively within a team is important.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold GCSE level C/equivalent in Maths and English or be willing to complete these qualifications via functional skills assessments as part of the apprenticeship. Applicants must meet apprenticeship funding eligibility criteria, including not holding qualifications at the same or higher level in a related subject, and not being enrolled in other funded education programmes at the start of the apprenticeship.