We are seeking to recruit an Apprentice Secretary to provide a confidential secretarial support to our Management Team and Heads of Service.

You must be experienced in using Microsoft Word for word processing, and Microsoft Outlook for e-mail and calendars. Good customer service skills, a flexible approach and an ability to work well within a team are also essential.

You will provide a support role, covering all the requirements of a busy office including diary management, the production of accurate and well presented typing and administrative support, under supervision from other secretaries. You will need to work on your own initiative, have a flexible approach, and the ability to manage and prioritise your workload.

In addition to the above, the role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Alexis Jones, PA to the Chief Executive on 01732 227394.

To apply for the role, please send your CV to ‘KEY Training Services’, quoting reference: Apprentice Secretary at Sevenoaks District Council , by e-mailing keytrainingservices@kent.gov.ukor by writing to: Business Support Team; Kent Adult Education Service; FREEPOST SEA14166; Sittingbourne Kent ME10 1BR.

Closing date: 16th September 2011
Interview date: 26th September 2011

Equal Opportunities
Sevenoaks District Council is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and has Investor in People status.

Application Information
Our staff benefits package includes flexible annual leave arrangements, free Centre Membership of Sencio’s Leisure Centres, free car parking at work place and excellent training and development opportunities.