Securing your first job isn't just about having qualifications - most employers are looking for relevant experience too. An apprenticeship with Ipswich Borough Council is a great stepping stone to your career, giving you valuable experience in the workplace, your own income and recognised qualifications.

Career choices

These are just a few of the careers that could begin with an Ipswich Borough Council apprenticeship:

• Business Administration Support Apprentice - Waste & Fleet
• Sports and Leisure Team Member
• Community Support and Health Officer Apprentice
• Housing (Tenancy Services) Apprentice
• Human Recourses Apprentice
• Business Support Apprentice

Benefits

Real jobs, fair pay, great prospects

• Our benefits give you even more reasons to apply for an Ipswich Borough Council apprenticeship.
• Real jobs: An apprenticeship with IBC is a real job, with a contract of employment and apprenticeship training - this is so much more than just a placement.
• Choice: We have apprentices are spread across the business, with both practical and professional programmes on offer.
• Fair pay: We pay our apprentices 140% of the National Apprenticeship wage in the first year, and at least this amount or more in subsequent years, depending on your age and apprenticeship term.
• ‘Large organisation’ experience: An Ipswich Borough Council apprenticeship means working within a large, multi-functional business, giving you greater exposure to a wide range of customers and professions - great for your CV in the future.
• Career links: Each Ipswich Borough Council apprenticeship is built into part of our business, so your programme and experience will link well to the career area you want to work in.
• Support: We provide dedicated support, an Apprentice Development Programme and guidance throughout your apprenticeship to help you succeed.
• Great prospects: Ipswich Borough Council apprentices can apply for suitable vacancies across the organisation, many past apprentices are still working for us!
• Discounts and preferential rates: Our apprentices are eligible to apply for special deals on a range of goods and services.

Read about further benefits.