Job Description

Application closing date
19/10/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
National Minimum Wage
Package
37 hours per week, 21-month fixed term contract
Job category/type
Apprenticeship

Job description

Post Ref:

CC608



Are you looking for a new role which will be varied, challenging, and rewarding?



Do you have good communication skills?



Are you well organised with the ability to multitask?



If so, this could be the role for you.



Studying towards a level 3 qualification in Business Administration.



Business Support provides specialist administration support to services across the Council.



You will be part of a team providing a range of administrative support and assistance. You will be expected to maintain up to date accurate information on computerised records and systems to produce reports and documents in line with corporate standards.



The successful applicant will be able to work effectively in both a team and on their own, and able to adapt effectively to both quiet and busy environments. It is also important that the successful candidate has a great work ethic and be able to pro-actively maintain a high standard of work.



You will be supported by a professional team with on-the-job training and study time as you work towards an NVQ qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a team to deliver a first-class service to the residents and visitors to Calderdale.

Closing Date: 19th October 2025

Interview Date: w/c 27th October 2025

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements:

Be aged 16 or older at the start of the apprenticeship. Be a UK citizen or have proof of their right to work in the UK. If they are not a UK or EEA citizen, they must have resided in the UK for the last 3 years. Meet the essential qualification criteria in the role profile and be able to provide original qualification certificates at interview. Do not already hold a qualification at the same or higher level in the same or closely related field to the apprenticeship they are applying for. It must be unrelated in subject and content from the qualifications already held.


We may utilise digital interview methods.



As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.



On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.



Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.



For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub | Calderdale Council.