Job Description

Salary range: 25,998.45 p.a


Contract: Fixed term (19 months)


Hours of work: 36 hours per week


Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

Get ahead with a Business Administrator L3 Apprenticeship at Brent Council

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent's diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.


The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
Brent Council is committed to the continued expansion and development of all apprenticeship programmes for our residents. Our apprenticeship schemes at Brent is just one of the ways we grow our own talent within the borough. We work hard to represent our community, and are looking for likeminded people to join us. Working in Wembley Park, alongside our neighbours Wembley stadium, Wembley arena, Box Park and LDO, makes Brent an exciting location to work.


There is no age limit on an apprenticeship. An apprenticeship can be used for people starting out on their work life journey at the age of 18 or those changing a career for a different working life.

The Post

Business Administrator level 3 Apprenticeship working in the Adult Social care, commissioning, contracting and market management team.


This role will help to support services within Adult care that provide assistance to Brent residents.


Key functionalities


Ensure that individual services are brokered in a timely manner, and that necessary IT systems information requirements are maintained to ensure that other processes such as client charging and billing; provider invoicing and contract monitoring can be maintained. Respond to day to day concerns raised about the brokerage of services and/or the quality of services and that they direct enquiries to the relevant teams where further action is required. Regular liaison will with case workers within the department. Day to day liaison with care and service providers.

The Person

No experience is necessary as this is a training role, however, an understanding of the role is advantageous.


Keen to learn, you will demonstrate good communication skills, an understanding of good customer service, team work and an interest in developing a career in business administration.


You will also need to show your interest in local government and the delivery of public services. We will also be looking for a flexible and positive approach to work.


Supporting information - As part of your application please include a cover letter on why you are interested in this role.

Qualifications required

English and Maths level 2 is desirable, but not essential and can be added as part of the apprenticeship training. However, the employer can choose to remove this requirement dependant on the candidate.


Good IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is desirable.


Do not apply if are currently completing or have completed a similar course at level 3.


Please note we prioritise our apprenticeships for Brent residents.

The Apprenticeship

Below is a link to the Apprenticeship Standard that you will be working towards.


https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator/


Simultaneously undertaking a comprehensive study programme towards the Level 3 apprenticeship. You will gain valuable knowledge and skills which will be an asset to the council and your career. Our apprenticeship scheme offers significant assistance with training and provides the opportunity to improve skills for future career opportunities.


Please note there is an end point assessment at the end of this apprenticeship, which is carried out by an external assessor and will include: A knowledge test, a Portfolio based interview and a Project presentation.


Closing date: 9 July 2025 (23:59)
Interview & Assessment: August 2025



Additional Information

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.


We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found here .
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including "non-visible" disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk