Qualification - Level 3 Transport Planning Technician

Hours - 36 hours

Fixed term - 33 months

Salary - NMW plus 3% age dependent (breakdown per age group as below) (NMW will increase from 1^st April 2026)

• Age 16-17               £14,604                   (£ 7.78 per hour)
• Age 18-20               £19,335                   (£10.30 per hour)
• Age 21+                  £23,615                   (£12.58 per hour)

Apprenticeships are high quality, work-based training programmes for people who want to develop their prospects and career. The programme provides work-based training to those who want to learn new skills and gain qualifications while working.

The Strategic Transport Planning and Investment (STPI) Team is looking to recruit an Apprentice who is committed and motivated to complete the 33 month programme.

Your main duties will be to support the team in the development of strategic transport policies, strategies and delivery plans and the delivery of projects within the Council’s Transport Capital Programme. You will be involved in the analysis of transport issues, the development of solutions, consultation with the public and stakeholders as well as supporting the team in the development and delivery of a pipeline of projects to support the Council’s growth and investment ambitions.

Your role will include support for:

• Collection of necessary transport data and survey information
• Assisting the team in analysis work to help inform strategy and project work.
• Providing information on projects and strategies for inclusion in Committee Reports and Briefing Notes.
• Assisting in the preparation of project/technical reports, dashboards and other information relating to the delivery of projects, including the provision of accurate financial information.
• Attendance at engagement activities - including reviews of potential schemes, site visits, contractor meetings, and on-site commissioning activities.
• Contributing to site surveys and measurements.

This role combines both technical training with members of the team as well as studying towards a Level 3 Transport Planning Technician qualification with Chichester College, typically one day per week online learning course, with periodic in-person attendance required. There will be a requirement to attend Chichester College for an induction at the start of term (this may require an overnight stay due to the location and distance to the college).  See link - Transport Planning Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship | Chichester College 

The post will be based at Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ.

Inclusive Recruitment                                                 

We are proud to be an organisation which embraces diversity and difference. We employ colleagues who each bring their own unique skills to deliver an excellent service to our customers.

We always recruit the most talented people for any role, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.

We aim to be reflective of the communities that we operate in. We promote diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Visit Inclusive Recruitment (sefton.gov.uk) for further information regarding the Council’s approach to Inclusive Recruitment.

Equal Opportunities

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

How to apply

To apply for this post please request a job pack and application form by emailing Apprenticeships@sefton.gov.uk

Closing date - Friday 23^rd January 2026

Interviews - Thursday 5^th February 2026

We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

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