Reference: 47384
Date Added: 2 September 2014
Closing Date: 24 September 2014
Job Title: Parliamentary Apprentice
Working For: Matthew Hancock MP (West Suffolk)
Location: London
Salary: National minimum wage - £6.50 per hour
Length of Contract:
Job Details
Details:
This 12 month apprenticeship scheme combines ‘on the job’ training, working for Matthew Hancock MP in his parliamentary office, with a formal qualification in Business & Administration.
Successful candidates will work in an Apprentice office assistant role. Once a fortnight you will take part in workshops and carry out your study towards an NVQ Level 3 Business & Administration qualification.
Main purpose:
To play an important support role within a parliamentary office. Completing a course of study and obtaining work related professional qualifications. We are looking for an apprentice with a keen interest in politics. The successful candidate will display a can-do attitude.
Eligibility Criteria:
GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C (GCSE certificates will be required)
Previous experience in an administrator role is desirable but not necessary
GCSE ICT at A*- C desirable but not necessary
NB – candidates with a degree/level 4 qualification are NOT eligible for this position.
Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.
Closing Date: 24 September 2014
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will take place in the week beginning 29th September.
Start Date: Week beginning 6th October.
Application Details
Email CV and covering letter to Simon Bunney at simon@thecreativesociety.co.uk. In your covering letter please answer the following questions:
Head here to find out what to include in your covering letter: http://parliamentaryacademy.com/parliamentary-apprentice-with-matthew-hancock-mp/.
If you have any questions about the role please contact Simon Bunney on 020 7845 5835.
Website: http://www.matthewhancock.co.uk/