Business Support Apprenticeship

An exciting Apprenticeship opportunity has arisen within the District Council. The Apprenticeship Programme will run for a period of two years from approximately September 2026.

Role

The Apprentice will work within different teams within Community & Environmental Services department, under a planned carrousel arrangement, working under supervision and guidance to develop skills, knowledge and experience to provide delivery of a friendly, helpful and efficient service to the Council’s internal and external customers. This could include face to face service delivery as well as by telephone and electronic means.

Training

At the end of the two-year programme, it is anticipated that Apprentices will become employment ready and will be given the opportunity to apply for available permanent employment opportunities within the District Council.

Apprenticeship Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Training Provider
DCG
Working Week
Between the hours of 9:00- 17:00 Monday to Friday
Expected Duration
2 Years
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 13th September 2026
Start Date
Monday, 2nd November 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • Maths & English or Functional Skills Qualification GCSE, grade A-C or 9-4/ Level 2 (Essential)

About the Employer

Derbyshire Dales District Council
Derbyshire Dales District Council may be a small rural council but what we may lack in size is more than made up by the scale of our corporate ambition and record of achievement. We have a strong ‘One Team, One Council’ culture which recognises the contributions of every individual and nurtures a strong culture of team working across the whole organisation.

Job Details

Company
Derbyshire Dales District Council
Location
Town Hall, Bank Road, Matlock, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,392 a year
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