Homelessness Prevention Apprentice
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £14,566 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Oxford, Oxfordshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Oxford City Council |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
Oxford City Council has an exciting opportunity for a Homelessness Prevention Apprentice to join
one of our dynamic teams. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to start your career in local
government, gain valuable workplace experience, and make a real difference in your community.
As an apprentice, you will be supported in developing a wide range of administrative and
professional skills while working towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
qualification. You will gain insight into how a busy Council operates and have the chance to work
with a variety of departments and stakeholders across the organisation and the city.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will be primarily aiding all Homelessness Prevention Teams,
maintaining data quality, supporting Homelessness Prevention Triage Team and you will play a
key role in supporting the smooth running of the team. Depending on the service area, this may
include helping with projects, customer enquiries, organising meetings or events, maintaining
records, and contributing to the delivery of community-focused services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated apprentice who is:
• Committed to providing excellent customer service and building positive relationships
• Organised, with a keen eye for detail
• Interested in learning how local government supports communities and services
• Able to manage their time and prioritise tasks effectively
• Eager to learn, grow, and develop new skills
• A team player who takes responsibility and adapts well to change
• Passionate about contributing to the success of the team and making a positive impact.
Where will you learn
As part of this apprenticeship, you will study towards a Level 3 Business Administration
qualification with Abingdon & Witney College. The course includes a 15-month practical training
period, followed by a 3-month End Point Assessment.
Learning is delivered through a blend of approximately 10 days of college attendance per year,
supported by online learning and work-based assessments.
Throughout the programme, you’ll gain valuable insights into how organisations function —
including their purpose, structure, and the external factors that influence them. You’ll learn how
your role contributes to overall business success, how to build effective relationships with a wide
range of stakeholders (both in the UK and internationally), and how to support compliance with key
laws and regulations such as health & safety and data protection.
You’ll also develop essential business knowledge and skills in areas such as project management,
change management, and financial awareness — giving you a strong foundation for a successful
career in business administration.
one of our dynamic teams. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to start your career in local
government, gain valuable workplace experience, and make a real difference in your community.
As an apprentice, you will be supported in developing a wide range of administrative and
professional skills while working towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
qualification. You will gain insight into how a busy Council operates and have the chance to work
with a variety of departments and stakeholders across the organisation and the city.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will be primarily aiding all Homelessness Prevention Teams,
maintaining data quality, supporting Homelessness Prevention Triage Team and you will play a
key role in supporting the smooth running of the team. Depending on the service area, this may
include helping with projects, customer enquiries, organising meetings or events, maintaining
records, and contributing to the delivery of community-focused services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated apprentice who is:
• Committed to providing excellent customer service and building positive relationships
• Organised, with a keen eye for detail
• Interested in learning how local government supports communities and services
• Able to manage their time and prioritise tasks effectively
• Eager to learn, grow, and develop new skills
• A team player who takes responsibility and adapts well to change
• Passionate about contributing to the success of the team and making a positive impact.
Where will you learn
As part of this apprenticeship, you will study towards a Level 3 Business Administration
qualification with Abingdon & Witney College. The course includes a 15-month practical training
period, followed by a 3-month End Point Assessment.
Learning is delivered through a blend of approximately 10 days of college attendance per year,
supported by online learning and work-based assessments.
Throughout the programme, you’ll gain valuable insights into how organisations function —
including their purpose, structure, and the external factors that influence them. You’ll learn how
your role contributes to overall business success, how to build effective relationships with a wide
range of stakeholders (both in the UK and internationally), and how to support compliance with key
laws and regulations such as health & safety and data protection.
You’ll also develop essential business knowledge and skills in areas such as project management,
change management, and financial awareness — giving you a strong foundation for a successful
career in business administration.
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