- Employer:
- Aspire Blaenau Gwent
- Location:
- Housing Advice Centre, 20 Church St, NP23 6BG, United Kingdom.
- Pay:
- £24,413 per year
- Hours of work:
- 31-40 hours per week
- Training provider:
- Apprenticeship Learning Solutions Ltd
- Level:
- Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4 and 5)
- Sector:
- Public Services
- Pathway:
- Regulatory Compliance
- Possible start date:
- 05 January 2026
- Closing date:
- 05 January 2026
- Positions available:
- 1
- Vacancy ID:
- 6692
For further information phone 01495 369711 Email cv to sap@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
About the apprenticeship
Duties
Principal Job Purpose
1. Assisting in the processing of all types of licences, permits and registrations dealt with by the Licensing Team, including the receipt, deposit or repayment of any monies.
2. Assisting in the processing of licences within the timescales laid down in law or the appropriate policies and procedures of the Authority.
3. Liaison with “Responsible Authorities” and other relevant agencies, departments and individuals involved in the licensing administration and enforcement process.
4. Initial receipt of complaints and enquiries relevant to the administrative functions of the licensing team, as appropriate.
5. Providing administrative support for enforcement in respect of licensing administration matters.
6. Assisting in the preparation of reports as required by Line Managers and/or the Licensing Committee, and attending Licensing Hearings and court appeals, if necessary.
7. Assisting in the maintenance of the licensing database and files, generating reminders and updating accordingly.
8. Arranging and/or attending meetings/hearings to be dealt with by the Licensing Team and the Licensing Committee.
9. Maintaining knowledge and undertaking training as necessary for the effective delivery of the licensing functions.
10. Maintaining all proper records in accordance with the service area or council procedures and policies, including the appropriate use of information technology.
Requirements
Skills
Job Role
This post is an ideal opportunity to obtain a wide range of experience in a busy Licensing Team of a Local Authority, dealing with a wide range of licensing functions such as taxis, pubs, clubs, gambling premises, street trading and scrap metal collections.
Qualifications
Entry Requirements – Educated to a good standard of education (with GCSEs grade A-C or equivalent in Maths and English) and possessing good computer literacy, interpersonal and organisation skills.
Hours of Work - 37 hours as an agile worker and from a base at the Housing Advice Centre, Ebbw Vale.
Language
- Welsh Spoken Skills:
- No
- Welsh Written Skills:
- No
Course details
- Training provider:
- Apprenticeship Learning Solutions Ltd
- Training provider course:
- Regulatory Compliance
About the employer
Housing Advice Centre
20 Church St
Ebbw vale
Blaenau Gwent
NP23 6BG
Disability confident
Yes, we are part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.
Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.
Interview arrangements
04.12.2025 Ebbw Vale
How to apply
Email the address below to apply for this vacancy
For further information phone 01495 369711 Email cv to sap@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk