Graduate schemes, apprenticeships, trainee posts, and other entry-level roles across UK councils, the NHS, and the wider public sector — a good starting point if you're early in your career or still at university.
Matched by keyword (graduate / apprentice / trainee / entry-level / school leaver / internship in the job title) — not every genuinely entry-level role uses one of these words, so this list won't be perfectly complete. Browse all jobs for the full picture.
Greater London Authority
Business Administration Apprentice at Greater London Authority. Salary: £28,573 annual salary (London Living Wage). Closing date: 6 September 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Greater London Authority's own site.
Gwynedd Council
Planning Professional Trainee at Gwynedd Council, based in Gwynedd. Salary: £31,537 - £33,699. Closing date: 28 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Gwynedd Council's own site.
Gwynedd Council
Health, Safety And Wellbeing Professional Trainee at Gwynedd Council, based in Gwynedd. Salary: £31,537 - £33,699. Closing date: 28 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Gwynedd Council's own site.
Gwynedd Council
Forestry Professional Trainee NMWTRA at Gwynedd Council, based in Gwynedd. Salary: £31,537 - £33,699. Closing date: 28 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Gwynedd Council's own site.
Gwynedd Council
Cynllun Yfory
Finance Professional Trainee at Gwynedd Council, based in Gwynedd. Salary: £31,537 - £33,699. Closing date: 28 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Gwynedd Council's own site.
Gwynedd Council
Apprenticeships
Finance Apprentice at Gwynedd Council, based in Gwynedd. Salary: See Job Advertisement. Closing date: 28 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Gwynedd Council's own site.
Huntingdonshire District Council
(pro rata, per annum)
Grounds Maintenance Apprentice at Huntingdonshire District Council, based in Huntingdonshire. Contract: Fixed term full time. Salary: £25,390 - £26,085. Closing date: 7 September 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Huntingdonshire District Council's own site.
Leicestershire County Council
Nottingham City Council | Nottingham, NG2 3NG | Fixed term 3 years | £28,598 to £31,022 (TBC) per annum (pro rata for part-time) | Full-time | Onsite Worker | Closing Date: 02/09/2026
Position type: Full Time
Liverpool City Council
Liverpool Young Futures Apprenticeship Programme at Liverpool City Council, based in Liverpool. Contract: Fixed Term. Salary: £24547 - £24547. Closing date: 1 September 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Liverpool City Council's own site.
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
Directorate: Growth
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 36
Salary: £39,276-£46,968 (depending on successful completion of training)
Location: Colindale/Hybrid
Closing Date: Midnight 23rd Aug 2026
London Borough of Haringey
Business Administration ApprenticeCulture, Strategy & Communities at London Borough of Haringey, based in Haringey. Closing date: 23 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on London Borough of Haringey's own site.
London Borough of Lewisham
Job type: Full-time 35 hours,
Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026,23:59pm,
Contract Type: Temporary 18 months,
Salary: £27,010 per annum (LLW),
DBS check required: No
Norfolk County Council
Graduate LGR Project Officer (Locality) | Fixed Term for 2 years | Full Time - 37 Hours per Week | Host Council (Breckland District Council, Great Yarmouth Borough Council or Norwich City Council) | Salary £26,000 - £34,000 per annum
Position type: Full Time
North Hertfordshire District Council
Business Admin Apprentice (Democratic Services) at North Hertfordshire District Council, based in North Hertfordshire. Contract: Fixed Term. Salary: £25,033.00 (pay award pending). Closing date: 20 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on North Hertfordshire District Council's own site.
North Hertfordshire District Council
Community Wellbeing Apprentice at North Hertfordshire District Council, based in North Hertfordshire. Contract: Apprenticeship. Salary: £25,033.00 (pay award pending).. Closing date: 17 September 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on North Hertfordshire District Council's own site.
Northumberland County Council
HGV Workshop Apprentice at Northumberland County Council, based in Northumberland. Contract: Apprenticeship. Closing date: 23 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Northumberland County Council's own site.
Nottingham City Council
Nottingham City Council | Nottingham, NG2 3NG | Fixed term 3 years | £28,598 to £31,022 (TBC) per annum (pro rata for part-time) | Full-time | Onsite Worker | Closing Date: 02/09/2026
Position type: Full Time
Oxfordshire County Council
Trainee Trading Standards Officer Tobacco & Vapes (L6 Apprentice) Oxford Contract 29064 - 31022 21/08/26 (In 3 days) at Oxfordshire County Council. Contract: Fixed Term. Closing date: 21 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Oxfordshire County Council's own site.
Preston City Council
(Trainee)(Senior) Environmental Health Technician at Preston City Council, based in Preston. Salary: £25,989 to £38,220 per annum pro rata (pay award pending). Closing date: 31 August 2026. See the full advert and how to apply on Preston City Council's own site.
Rutland County Council
Are you organised, enthusiastic and ready to learn? We're looking for a motivated and friendly Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for your first job. You will gain valuable workplace experience, develop skills and earn while you learn.
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