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Do you want to earn while you learn, with the chance of progression once you qualify? Do you want the opportunity to grow, develop and be the best version of yourself? Then why not build the foundations of your career with an Apprenticeship at Durham County Council.

Why choose Durham County Council?

We offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement – find out more information here 

We encourage a great work/life balance!  Many of our roles operate under our ‘hybrid working’ policy, which gives you the opportunity of flexible, home and office working. 

We have a successful track record in supporting our apprentices to secure permanent employment, with 3 in 4 apprentices securing a further role with us.
 
We have been recognised as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer!  
As a Disability Confident Leader, and a member of the North East England Rainbow Alliance, we are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace – find out more here 

You will learn from skilled professionals whilst being supported to study towards a recognised qualification with a college/university/training provider.  

We will support you every step of the way, with a dedicated Mentor, the option of a buddy for disabled new employees and great networking opportunities with other apprentices. 

Apprentice (Economic Development Administrator)
Are you interested in improving the economic well-being and quality of life for the community of County Durham ? Then an Apprenticeship as an Economic Development Assistant could be for you!
 
As an Apprentice (Economic Development Administrator) you will learn and develop the skills to be responsible for the delivery of physical regeneration and economic development projects and learn how to engage and provide business support to the retail sector in our towns and village centres.  The Economic Development Administrator will develop their skills by working within the Community Economic Development Team and the Employment and Skills Team.

Your day-to-day duties will include a range of digital, system, and ICT tasks related to a range of service functions.

You will be trained on all systems, processes, and procedures which apply to the role. This will be via on the job, shadowing, and formal in person and virtual training sessions to gain knowledge and understanding of the role and scope of the service.

Your normal place of work will be Green Lane Spennymoor but you may be required to work at any Council workplace within County Durham.
  
What qualification will I gain?
You will study towards the Business Administrator Level 3 with DurhamLearn.
 
What will I need?
You must have good communication and ICT skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
 
Further information?
We encourage you to contact Julie Anson, Community Economic Development Manager, via email julie.anson@durham.gov.uk if you have any questions about this opportunity.
 
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HOW TO APPLY 
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted.

Please visit our website  to understand our position on using AI to support your application and for guidance on completing your application.
 
If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email RecruitmentREG@durham.gov.uk
 
All correspondence relating to your application will be sent from donotreply@northeastjobs.org.uk. Kindly check your spam/junk folder regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates.
 
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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £15,434 per annum NMW in first year of apprenticeship

Location: Spennymoor, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant