Project Support Officer - Apprenticeship

What will the apprentice be doing?

• We are seeking four motivated, self-starting individuals to work within the Project Support Team. The ability to adapt to changes due to delivery requirements will be essential.
• The successful candidates will join a small team of technical advisors and project support staff within Capital (Technical Standards Directorate), working to provide support to schools around the grant funding process and to provide communication and data support to the programme. This role will cover a range of projects, of varying complexity, providing the opportunity to develop a wide skill-set, and acquire a unique range of experience.
• The successful applicants will have an allocated caseload and work on a number of tasks requiring data analysis, evaluation and exercising judgement within the appropriate scope of practice.

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

The successful applicant will study towards the Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship. Training willl normally be delivered in the workplace.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as management or senior support roles.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English. (Grade Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths. (Grade Grade 4/C) Desired