Launch your career with us!
Working as a modern apprentice with us, you will learn while you earn as well, as well as the opportunity to get involved with community events and take part in volunteering activities, broadening your skills and knowledge.
Whether you are still at school, a recent leaver, in higher education or already graduated, we offer a wide range of roles in many areas, including business and administration, community development,craft, customer service, digital application support, digital marketing, facilities, finance, environmental health, community greenspace, housing, procurement, social services and healthcare.
Want to make a real difference in a fast moving organisation?
Which journey will you take?
- Foundation Apprenticeships
- Modern Apprenticeships
- Graduate Apprenticeships
- Professional/ graduate trainees
- Graduate work experience
Applying for an apprenticeship
Where can I find out what apprenticeships are available?
All our vacancies are advertised on my job scotland (opens new window). We normally recruit around May, August and November each year. To make sure you don't miss out on these opportunities to join us, you can set up alerts on my job scotland. To do this, you will need to register on their website:
- Login to my job scotland (opens new window)
- Click on my searches and alerts
- Click on create alert
- Select the fields you wish to be alerted to
- Save
Be aware that each vacancy has a closing date so please make sure you application is submitted on time.
What if I don't see a modern apprenticeship that I want to do?
Skills Development Scotland advertise all modern apprentice opportunities in Scotland. You may find another employer who will offer what you are looking for. Check out their latest vacancies at apprenticeship scotland (opens new window)!
I am not 16 until later in the year, am I able to apply?
You can apply for a Modern Apprenticeship once you have reached school leaving age:
If you turn 16 between 1 March - 30 September, you can leave school after 31 May of that year.
If you turn 16 between 1 October and the end of February, you can leave at the start of the winter holidays in that school year.
Are there any qualifications I need before applying?
Many of our modern apprenticeship vacancies do not require specific qualifications or prior experience. We value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Our application form and selection process incorporates Our values and behaviour framework , providing your with an opportunity to showcase them. This ensures that we choose the most suitable candidate for each role.
Additionally, don't forget to highlight any volunteering experience or personal achievements from your school or personal life.
How much will I get paid?
You will find our latest salary scales at Salary scales.
What days/hours will I work?
The days and hours will be stated within the job advert and confirmed at interview. Our standard working week is Monday to Friday 8.45 am to 5.00pm and we support flexible working. If you wish to work part-time or different hours, please confirm on your application form and this can be discussed if invited to interview.
Will I be eligible for a guaranteed interview?
We're a disability confident employer which means we guarantee an interview for any candidate that has a disability, are care-experienced (have been in foster care, kinship care, being looked after at theme, residential care, secure care, adopted or young people who are alone and seeking asylum). Included in the application form is questions where you can indicate if this applies to you.
Need some help to apply?
Applications can seem daunting to complete. Ask your family or friends for help as they will have experience of completing applications.
Please see below support for completing your application.
If you need more help, please email us at hr@pkc.gov.uk
The next steps - after you have submitted your application
What will happen after I have submitted my application?
After the closing date, the recruiting manager will review applications and invite candidates to interview. Please be aware that this can take up to 2 weeks. You will receive an email from our recruitment team advising how your application will be progressed and the next steps. If you are selected for interview, you will be notified of the date, timing, location and who will be interviewing you on the day. We have also prepared hints and tips to help you prepare for your interview.
There have been occasions when this email has gone into applicant's junk email so please keep an eye on your emails.
What happens at the interview?
This is your chance to shine! The interview panel will explain in more detail about the job and will ask questions so they can learn more about you, your skills and experiences.
Interviews are a two-way process and is an opportunity for you to find out more about working with us. So please ask.
What happens after the interview?
You will receive an email from our recruitment team advising if you have been successful or not.
If you are successful, we will ask you to complete pre-employment checks before a start date can be confirmed. These include confirmation of your right to work in the UK, references and either a basic or enhanced disclosure. Your new supervisor will keep in contact with you, updating you on the progress of the pre-employment checks and will agree a start date with you. Please remember and inform us if you have any holiday commitments.
Once all of the above is confirmed, you will receive an official confirmation of your start date and your terms and conditions of employment. Congratulations on joining us!
If you have been unsuccessful, it is worthwhile gaining feedback from the interview panel. This will help you with future interviews, whether with us or another employer. Please email our recruitment team for this feedback.
Launching your career with us - what to expect
What happens when I start my apprenticeship?
You will be welcomed into your new team by your supervisor. They will introduce you to the rest of the team, give an indepth insight into the team and your role within it.
The first week can be exciting, but, also slightly scary. Your new supervisor will ensure that you have all the information and support you need to allow you to settle in. Remember and ask if you have any questions. We want you to enjoy your time working with us.
A member of the Human Resources team will also meet with you and your supervisor, to confirm who will support you through your modern apprenticeship. This may happen in-person or on Microsoft Teams.
You will have an initial 4-week assessment period before you start your qualification. This will give you time to get to know your team and understand some of the tasks you will be carrying out.
How will I know if it's right for me?
We want you to settle in and enjoy working for us. Your supervisor and assessor will regularly discuss with you how you are getting on and if there is anything more we can do to support you, then please ask.
If at any point, you feel the apprenticeship programme is not for you, please discuss with your supervisor so we can discuss together the best way forward.
How does the training work?
Depending on which qualification you are progressing, this will be delivered either within the workplace or by College attendance.
If delivered within the workplace, you will be given time, during your working week, to progress this. You will be allocated an assessor to support you through the qualification who will meet with you regularly and give you advice on what evidence you should collect.
If delivered by College attendance, this could be either one day per week or block release (attending for a week or two weeks a few times a year).
Any expenses will be covered by the Council.
What happens when I come to the end of my apprenticeship?
When working with us, you will have access to our internal vacancies and we encourage you to apply for all suitable vacancies.
If you are successful in gaining another post with us, you will be supported to still complete your modern apprentice qualification.
We also run a "job academy". You will be registered on this academy, where suitable posts are held for job academy candidates to apply. We will also support and advise you on opportunities that further your chosen career path.
News
For Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024, our Modern Apprentices were out and about, learning about all the diverse array of roles within #TeamPKC.
Kicking off the week with a "connections event", they delved into the pivotal work of the IDART Team (Integrated Drug Alcohol Recovery Team), gaining insight into their crucial support for individuals with drugs and/or alcohol dependencies. Additionally, apprentices participated in Naloxone training. The apprentices also met Lucy, from Developing the new Young Workforce team, who was scouting for potential new Apprentice Ambassadors.
Throughout the week, they visited teams from Youth Services, Housing Repairs customer services team, Reach and had an illuminating visit to the Sheriff Court and Safer Communities Team. Thank you to our community wardens for giving a valuable insight into their work.
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