About
Employer description
We are the public sector’s property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. As one of the largest employers of surveyors in the country, our work is vital to the collection of over £60 billion of revenue. This goes back into communities, touching every citizen and every business across England and Wales. We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.
Main description
Valuing properties for Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rating, Rent Officer Function or District Valuer Services including property inspection, measurement of areas, collecting details relevant to the assessment of value, producing/recording digital surveys. Research, analyse and interpret information to make evidence-based decisions.
What you’ll do at work
When you join the Level 3 programme, you will undertake a variety of roles including property inspection, producing digital surveys and valuing properties for either Council Tax or Non-Domestic Rating
We will provide full training and mentoring
An individual training programme will be put in place for you to make sure you get the right mix of work and breadth of experience required to complete your Level 3 Surveying Technician Apprenticeship and become qualified with RICS
Training to be provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
JANCETT CHILDCARE & JACE TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Surveying technician (level 3) Equal to A level
Your training plan
Off-the-job learning will be provided by JACE training
On completion you will achieve a Level 3 Surveying Technician Diploma comprising a combination of core units and specialist real estate management units
Rather than attending formal lectures or classes, you’ll study using JACE’s state-of-the-art online learning environment and digital library, supported with guidance from highly experienced tutors
On return to the office produce digital surveys of properties inspected.
Entry Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade A*-C or 9-4) Maths (grade A*-C or 9-4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Self motivated and flexible
Willingness to travel
Potential overnight stays
Other requirements
Any qualifications held or currently being worked towards must differ in content so that this apprenticeship provides substantial new skills. During the apprenticeship candidates cannot undertake any other formal qualifications at the same time. Please note you will be asked to provide copies of your certificates at pre-employment checks stage.
Future prospects
Once you have completed your apprenticeship you will undertake the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS Associate) Assessment leading to RICS Associate qualification (AssocRICS), which will make you eligible to apply for the Level 6 Chartered Surveyor apprenticeship
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 28/02/2025
Salary
£26,734 a year
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, Cambs
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
