Modern Apprentice Level 3 - Passenger Transport - Council HQ - SBO09435

Job Details Grade: Modern Apprentice Hourly Rate: £13.06 SLGLW Salary: £25196.44 per annum Contract Duration: Temporary until 31st March 2027 Role Purpose Join Scottish Borders Council as a Modern Apprentice and kick start your career in Passenger Transport. This paid apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain a nationally recognised Level 3 Business and Administration qualification while gaining hands on experience across various departments. You’ll work under the guidance of a supervisor, developing valuable skills through on-the-job training and formal sessions, with regular support Borders College. Key responsibilities include assisting the Passenger Transport team, maintaining a work portfolio, and adhering to council policies on health, safety, and equality. This role is ideal for school or college leavers and those new to the workplace seeking practical experience and career progression. Essential National 5 Maths/English or equivalent A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role. In accordance with Government Guidelines, you will need to be aged 16-24 (at the point of starting the Apprenticeship) to qualify for this position. Informal Enquiries Informal enquiries may be made to Nicola Laing by telephone on 01835 826583 or by email at Nicola.Laing@scotborders.gov.uk . Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Location: Newtown St Boswells, GB

Posted Date: 10/15/2025