Brighton & Hove Apprentice Ambassadors: Ambassador & Apprentice Alumni

Luke Sheldon-Edwards

Apprenticeship: ICT Apprentice

Qualification: Levels 2 & 3 ICT Professional Competence

Training Provider: City College

Luke now works as a Junior Digital Developer for the Digital First team at Brighton and Hove City Council.

You can find out more about the exciting work of the Digital First team on their blog.

Vinny Stephenson

Apprenticeship: Technical Support Officer

Qualification: Level 2 Business Administration

Training Provider: City College

I felt more comfortable doing an apprenticeship and learning on the job, gaining a qualification and getting paid, rather than going to University and getting into debt.

An apprenticeship was the right route for me.

Georgia Easteal

Apprenticeship: Transport Projects Apprentice then, Standards and Achievement Apprentice

Qualification: Level 2 Business Administration then, Level 3 Digital Business

Training Provider: GB MET / Creative Process

Georgia has carried on her Digital Business qualification in her new job as a Re-Housing Administrator for Brighton & Hove City Council. Georgia applied for the position whilst still an apprentice and was elated to have been offered the job.

It’s hard work doing an apprenticeship alongside a full time job but I am enjoying the challenge and the responsibility this has given me. My journey as an apprentice has really helped me get my foot in the door.

Stephanie Baker

Apprenticeship: Standards & Achievement Apprentice

Qualification: Level 3 Business Administration

Training Provider: City College

Elizabeth Moore

Apprenticeship: Local Taxation Apprentice

Qualification: IIRV Level 3
Training Provider: Escalla

After completing her Apprenticeship Elizabeth got a job as a Revenue and Benefits caseworker at Lewes District Council.

I'm sad to leave Brighton & Hove City Council behind and the team I have worked with, but I am looking forward to learning some new things and hopefully remaining in contact with the team I've worked closely with.

Thank you to everyone in BHCC that made my time here so enjoyable!

Will Kemp

Apprenticeship: Local Taxation Apprentice

Qualification: IIRV Level 3
Training Provider: City College

Following Will's apprenticeship he now works for Lewes District Council as a Revenues and Benefits caseworker.

I'm really happy that my time at Brighton & Hove City Council, and passing my qualification, has enabled me to get this job and I would encourage others to go down the apprenticeship route.

Rosie O'Connor

Apprenticeship: Cultural Apprentice

Qualification: Level 3 Business and Administration Training Provider: City College

Following Rosie's apprenticeship with The Royal Pavilion and Museums she landed herself her current job with Brighton Dome & Festival as an Administrative Assistant.

I have had a wonderful two years working for the Royal Pavilion Museums and have been given so many incredible opportunities. I’ve worked on a huge variety of projects, including building exhibitions and delivering the schools programme, and have been able to develop a wide range of skills under the guidance of my team.

My confidence in the workplace has massively increased and I’ve gained a real understanding of how the Arts & Cultural sector works.

My apprenticeship has given me the qualifications and high quality experience needed to stay in this competitive sector and I can’t wait to start my new role with Brighton Dome & Festival.

Kelly Butler

Apprenticeship: Human Resources Apprentice

Qualification: Level 5 Business Administration
Training Provider: Chichester College

Following Kelly's apprenticeship with Human Resources she landed herself her current job with the Workforce Development team as an Administrator, at Brighton & Hove City Council.

Since then Kelly has progressed to Admin Team Leader and has hiked the Grand Canyon!

Working in the HR department as an Apprentice has been such a great experience. I have been lucky enough to work with all teams in HR, which I feel gave me the confidence, knowledge and experience needed when applying for this particular role.

I am thankful to everyone in the HR department for teaching me everything I need to know about Human Resources, and ensuring that I gain valuable skills and knowledge for future employment.

Lucy Strutt

Apprenticeship: Human Resources Apprentice

Qualification: Level 5 Business Administration

Training Provider: Chichester College

Following Lucy's apprenticeship with Human Resources she landed herself her current job with an Occupational Health Company as an Human Recourses Administrator.

My apprenticeship has really helped me, I have got the skills and experience that has got me into my new job in human resources, which has given me the beginning of my career.

Alessandra Pisciottani