Apprentice Rate (Under 18s - £8.00 per hour ; Ages 18-20 - £10.85 per hour; Ages 21 and over – £12.71 per hour) 

An excellent opportunity has arisen within our Democratic Services Team for an enthusiastic apprentice who is looking to develop a career within the Council. 

You will undertake general clerical and administrative duties as part of a busy team and will assist in servicing meetings of the Council, Committees, Sub-Committees, Working Groups and other Bodies, including the provision of support services to Members and assisting with civic and ceremonial events involving the Mayor.

The post-holder will update electronic records and input data and so a careful approach, excellent keyboard skills and experience of using Microsoft Word are essential. You will also have a minimum of Maths and English GCSE (Grade 4 – 9 i.e. C or above) or equivalent.

The apprenticeship will last for 23 months in which time you will commit to undertaking a Business and Administration NVQ Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship course. This is a good opportunity to develop and learn, offering real hands on work experience, whilst accessing an  appropriate training course, for which time off to attend college will be given. Employment with the Council is not guaranteed at the end of the apprenticeship.

To apply for an apprenticeship you must have lived legally in the UK for the three years immediately preceding the start of the programme. If you do not meet this requirement, please provide full details for verification before your application is submitted.

Closing Date: 04 Oct 2026

Team: Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,000 to £23,858

If you are then we have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic apprentice to join int Income and Financial Inclusion team at West Lancashire Borough Council.

We are looking for and individual who is customer focused and looking to learn and develop their knowledge and skills for a rewarding career in social housing.

You will have an opportunity to be based and specialise in work in our Income and Financial Inclusion team and will work alongside experienced staff in the income team and money advice team. You will play an important role working with new and existing customers who rent a home or who are looking for a tenancy with us.

This will include dealing with customer enquiries, providing information, making payment agreements and payment plans and recover rent and housing debts owed to the Council. 

The apprenticeship will last for 24 months in which time you will commit to undertaking a Level 3 Housing Practice Apprenticeship. 

It is desirable to have a minimum of Maths and English GCSE Grade 4 – 9 / A – C or equivalent. Alternatively, you will be required to pass level 2 functional skills as part of the program. You will have experience of using MS Office applications. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and learn, offering real hands-on work experience, whilst accessing a professionally recognised housing qualification  

The learning will be remote, and you will be given time off to study. For the right person there is potential for a permanent role within the team at the end of the apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship will provide you with a reputable qualification recognised by the Council and other Social Housing providers. 

To apply for an apprenticeship, you must have lived legally in the UK for the three years immediately preceding the start of the program. If you do not meet this requirement, please provide full details for verification before your application is submitted. 

What can we offer in return? We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you, including work life balance policies, and support for your personal development. 

Interviews will take place on the 8th and 9th October 2026

Closing Date: 04 Oct 2026

Team: Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,000 to £23,858