The Career Launch apprenticeship will open for applications in summer 2025!
Qualification
Business Administrator Level 3
Duration
2 years
Locations
Birmingham, London, Manchester
Why you should apply
The Civil Service Career Launch apprenticeship will see successful applicants start on a 2 year fixed term contract, combining a full time job with dedicated time to complete the Level 3 qualification. This apprenticeship route offers a unique opportunity to earn whilst you learn with a bespoke package of support and training, to help you start to build your career.
So, it doesn’t matter if you are fresh out of school or college or simply looking to build or adapt your career path, this apprenticeship is for you.
Working for the Civil Service offers a chance to make a real difference, with opportunities for professional development, a good work-life balance, and a strong sense of community, all while contributing to vital public services.
Eligibility
To apply you will need:
- to be aged 16 or older and not in full time education.
- at least two GCSEs at grades 9-4/A-C or equivalent.
- to pass security vetting checks relevant to all employment positions
“I started my career as an apprentice 10 years ago, at age 19. It was the best decision I could have made for me, my development and my career progression.
I was able to continue learning in an environment that suited me, whilst earning a decent salary. It gave me the space and experience to decide what career path I wanted to follow and helped me get to where I am today.”
Katharine, Head of Content Management Systems
Former Business Administrator Apprentice
About the Role
All places on the Civil Service Career Launch apprenticeship will:
- be in a Civil Service government department
- be on a 2 year fixed term contract
- see you enrolled on a Business Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship
- have a starting salary of at least £23,512 based on 37 hours per week
- be at Administrative Officer (AO) grade
- be matched to a role in your chosen city (Birmingham, London or Manchester)
These exciting opportunities will enable you to earn whilst you learn, working towards your Level 3 Business Administrator qualification, equivalent to 2 A-levels. You will be given time to complete your off-the-job training and work towards your qualification, using that learning in your day job to further your skills and develop your career.
The Civil Service Career Launch apprenticeship is open to anyone aged 16 or older and not in full time education.
To apply you need to have obtained at least two GCSEs at grades 9-4/A-C or equivalent.
Employment offers are made subject to vetting, pre-employment checks and minimum entry criteria.
You can still apply for the apprenticeship if you don’t have your exam results yet, but will be required to show proof of your qualifications before securing a role. All offers will be made after GSCE results day 2025.
If you have a disability or require additional support, any reasonable adjustments will be made at the application stage and before you are placed in your department. Please see the Civil Service Reasonable Adjustments guidance for more information.
Roles will be available across a number of different Civil Service departments in 3 city locations across England:
- Birmingham
- London*
- Manchester
*Roles in London receive an additional allowance, designed to help with the higher cost of living in Greater London, which is higher than that of the rest of the UK.
You are welcome to apply if you are not based in one of these locations, but you will need to be available and prepared to work in one of the nominated locations, with regular office attendance.
- Access to various Civil Service employee benefits, including discounts and schemes such as Cycle To Work, season ticket advance
- National Insurance and occupational pension contributions
- Paid annual leave entitlement and all UK bank holidays
- Flexible working hours in most cases
The Career Launch apprenticeship application window will open in August 2025
Please check back later for a link to apply.