Why Us?
It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities. With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities.
Your Role!
We are looking to recruit an Apprentice Centre Assistant (Business Administration) at the flagship West Lancashire Investment Centre, a vibrant business hub by Junction 4 of the M58 providing office accommodation and conferencing.
Main duties include:
Acting as the first point of contact for all clients and visitors.Providing clerical and administrative support.Assisting with the organisation of conferences.Assisting the Business Engagement Team with publicity and promotional activities.The post, which is temporary for 19 months in the initial instance, will see the successful candidate working towards achievement of an apprenticeship in Business Administration (Level 3).
To find out more about West Lancashire Borough Council, please follow the link to access our Recruitment Pack and view the attached Role Profile below.
About You!
The successful candidate will assist with a range of support services in order to deliver a high quality customer experience at the Centre and so will need to have outstanding interpersonal and organisational skills, capable of establishing an excellent rapport with customers and colleagues alike.
They will also be a team player and show a keen willingness to learn.
So if you …….
• Enjoy working in a customer focused environment
• Have a passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Want a new and exciting challenge
………. this could be the perfect opportunity!
What's in it for you?
We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.
If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.
Closing Date: 15 Feb 2026
Team: Administrative
Salary: £14,172 to £22,919 under 18 years - £7.55 per hour , ages 18-20 - £10 per hour, ages 21 and over - £12.21