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Apprentice Administration Assistant

Preston City Council · THE INSTITUTE OF REVENUES, RATING AND VALUATION
Location
Lancaster
Postcode
LA1 1PJ
Salary
£25,949 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
37h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Revenues and welfare benefits practitioner (level 4)
Start date
1 November 2026
Application deadline
20 September 2026
Posted
3 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000051525
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

  • To assist with the efficient operation of all functions associated with the document management system – scanning, indexing, storage, disposal and dispatch of documents.
  • To assist in the secure opening of post.
  • To prepare and batch all incoming Revenues and Benefits correspondence in preparation for scanning and indexing.
  • To record and return all original documents to their owners.
  • To refer any suspect documents to the Corporate Fraud Team.
  • To collect and distribute mail and dispatch documents, bills, notifications and statements etc. produced daily.
  • To assist with any other clerical duties when necessary, including creditors and postal remittances.
  • Ensure that all procedures are carried out and information given to the public is in accordance with current legislation, regulations and council policy, with particular emphasis on customer care.
  • Actively contribute towards the requirements, standards and targets laid down by the Corporate Plan and the Service Business Plan.
  • To ensure that any matters restricting the quality of service provided are reported to Senior OfficersTo ensure that information is secure at all times.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and Data Protection and Freedom of Information Act principles.
  • To fulfil upon request any task reasonably requested of him / her and falling within the range of his / her expertise.

Working week

Monday to Friday. Flexible working arrangements.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAdministrative skillsTeam working

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4/C
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4/C

Training & development

Future prospects
  • There is the opportunity to join the Council on a permanent contract and progress within the Revenues and Benefits service.

About Preston City Council

We are a local government employer who supports the local community.

Website
www.preston.gov.uk