Essex County Council
Project Management Apprentice (Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship)
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Project Management Apprentice (Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship)
Fixed Term, Full Time £25,959 per annum Location: Chelmsford Working Style: Anywhere worker Closing Date: 6th July
About the Opportunity
Looking to start your career in project management and make an immediate impact? Essex County Council is offering a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity (up to 21 months) for a Project Management Apprentice.
About The Team
At Essex County Council, transformation isn’t just a goal—it’s what we achieve. With £48m in savings since 2021 and ambitious plans to deliver £20m more by 2027/28, our nationally recognised Transformation Team drives meaningful change across services impacting 1.8 million residents.
Key Role Details
As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll:
- Gain hands-on experience supporting projects that enhance:
- Digital services
- Education and adult social care
- Highways, waste, and resident engagement
- Work in a diverse portfolio, ensuring no two days are the same
- Receive a recognised Level 4 apprenticeship qualification while earning a ** союз
- Join a supportive team committed to professional growth
Ready to start a career that makes a lasting difference?
What You’ll Gain
✅ Real project experience across diverse initiatives ✅ Structured training and clear career pathways ✅ Exposure to modern delivery approaches and innovative working methods ✅ Opportunities to build skills, build confidence, and shape your future
Why Join Essex County Council?
We’re a organisation committed to investing in people. You’ll: 🚀 Contribute to transformational changes shaping public services 🌟 Join a values-driven community that supports collaboration and continuous learning 📈 Develop a hands-on, qualifications-backed career in project management
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Key Accountabilities
You’ll assist by:
- Coordinating day-to-day project activities and processes
- Supporting project documentation (plans, reports, risk logs)
- Monitoring progress against milestones and escalating issues
- Contributing to stakeholder engagement and communications
- Providing administrative support (scheduling, action tracking, records)
- Learning and applying project management methodologies under supervision
Annual performance objectives will be set individually and shared.
Experience & Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Interest in Project Management with a desire to develop knowledge and skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
- Teamworking ability and collaboration mindset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- English Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent)
- Evidence of Level 3 study (e.g., A Levels, BTEC, T Levels, Apprenticeships, or equivalent experience)
Interview Process
- 6th July 2026: Applications close
- 17th July: In-person assessment day (Chelmsford)
- w/c 20th July: Final MS Teams interview
- 3rd August: Apprenticeship registration
- 1st September: Estimated start date
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Key Considerations
⚠️ Employment Status: Apprentices must have permanent UK residency rights (cannot be on a student visa).
⚠️ Eligibility Check: Selected candidates’ previous learning will be assessed to ensure apprenticeship eligibility.
Why Work in Essex?
🇬🇧 The Essex Difference:
- A forward-thinking public sector environment covering 1.420 sq. miles
- Ranked among the top three UK local authorities for efficiency (IMPOWER Index)
- Culture of innovation and inclusion
- Policy impacts from ** improvements, local strategic reviews and an emerging transformation authority setup**
📚*Transitional note: Lease County Council restructuring to five new unitary authorities from April 2028, with devolution to form a Mayoral Combined Authority. Detailed updates: Essex Careers.**
Employee Benefits
🌟 Safeguarding Commitment: Essential accreditation for workload.
✅ Free DBS update service for DBS-checked roles.
💡 Supportive culture: Encouragements for carers and flexible working. ✅ Equal opportunity pledge: Essex is a Disability-Confident Leader, prioritizing access for disabled/protected characteristics candidates.
📧 Need help? Email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk.
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