Employer
Kingston Council
Location(s)
Kingston, Sutton
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Length of Employment / Contract End Date
24 months
Working Hours
Full Time
Grade
Apprentice
Hours Per Week
36
Salary Range
£24,684 (London Living Wage)
Salary Basis
Per annum
Leave Entitlement
24 days
Application Deadline
03/10/2024, 23:55
Anticipated Interview Date(s)
Thursday 17th October (In Person)
About the Role
Our mantra here in Digital is people first, technology second. Placing users at the heart of how we design and deliver our services, the Head of Research will ensure we conduct the user research and business analysis needed to design user focused digital services that deliver the intent of the service area.
We are looking for Business Analysts that can work in both an agile multidisciplinary team and also on projects that require traditional business analysis. You will work in a variety of projects with the benefit of working in the Research team and with the User Research function with the focus of the user when transforming services.
You will undertake the Business Analyst (Level 4- Foundation Degree) Apprenticeship Programme:
1. 18 month integrated programme - learning formal skills to work alongside experienced Business Analysts within a project team.
2. The qualification is a formal start to a career as a Business Analyst.
3. You will develop technical, personal and social skills.
4. To get the Diploma in Business Analyst (Level 4) you need to pass the following courses:
If you would like more information about the role please contact Pamela.Deakin@kingston.gov.uk or Ellie.Morris@kingston.gov.uk
How to apply
Before applying please refer to the role profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria.
You will then need to complete the following:
1. online application
2. Supporting statement (addressing how you meet the role profile criteria and also why you want to be a Business Analyst)
3. Attach a CV
Our process to select candidates:
1. We will sift and review all applications.
2. We may set up telephone interviews.
3. We will invite shortlisted candidates to an assessment day in Kingston on Thursday 17th October 2024.
4. The next stage if successful you will be invited to a 1:1 interview.
Interview 1: Telephone interview - 30 mins
Interview 2: Assessment Day (group) Thursday 17th October 2024 - 9:30am to 4:00pm
Interview 3: TBC - Virtual Interviews (individual - online) - 1 hr
For further information go to our website: Kingston Jobs
Closing date: Thursday 3rd October 2024
About You
We are looking for candidates with a high level of drive and commitment who are keen to develop skills and expertise in the field of Digital Delivery working in IT related projects.
Prior to the end point assessment there is a requirement to achieve:
* Hold a GCSE level C/equivalent in Maths and English and be able to present original qualification certificates - if you do not hold these qualifications/certificates you must be committed to complete these via functional skills assessments as part of the apprenticeship.
* Only apply for an apprenticeship unrelated to any qualifications they hold at the same or higher level than the apprenticeship they wish to apply for. The apprenticeship being applied for must be unrelated in subject and content from the qualification already held.
* Not be enrolled on another funded apprenticeship or another funded further education or higher education programme at the time you start your new apprenticeship.
* Have the right to work and study in England and be one of the following:
* A citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA) or have the right to abode in the UK and have been resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years on the first day of your apprenticeship.
* A non-EEA citizen with permission from the UK government to live in the UK, (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of learning.
Our Offer To You
Our apprenticeships are offered on a minimum contract duration of 12 months (some are longer depending on the level of apprenticeship you undertake), offer 23 days paid annual leave, access to our online staff benefits portal (including discounts at local and national shops, restaurants and attractions), the opportunity to undertake 3 volunteering days per year in Kingston, and a minimum starting salary of £22,432 per annum. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.
We’re extremely proud of our apprenticeship scheme and the achievements of our apprentices, many of whom have secured permanent employment with the Council and continue to excel in their careers.
Application Process
Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role and for our apprenticeship scheme. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Additional Information
We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
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