Travel Planning Team Assistant

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC623146
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Are you organised, enthusiastic and keen to start your career while making a real difference to your local community? We are looking for a motivated Business Administration Apprentice to join our Travel Planning Team and support the delivery of active and sustainable travel across the county.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification while developing practical skills in a supportive and positive working environment.

The Role:

The Travel Planning Team plays a key role in helping people make healthier, greener and more sustainable travel choices. Our work supports walking, cycling, public transport and other low-carbon travel options, contributing to improved health, reduced congestion and a better environment for our communities.

As part of the team, you will be directly supporting projects and initiatives that align with these important objectives, helping the Council deliver its commitment to sustainable transport and climate goals.

What you’ll do:

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will provide essential administrative support to the Travel Planning Team, including:

• Assisting with day-to-day administrative tasks such as inbox management, data entry and document preparation


• Supporting meetings, events and consultations, including organising agendas and taking notes


• Maintaining records, databases and filing systems and stock to a high standard


• Communicating promptly and professionally with internal colleagues, external partners and members of the public


• Helping the team track progress against objectives and performance measures

This is a varied and engaging role that will give you exposure to different areas of the team’s work. You will have the opportunity to learn new systems, processes and ways of working, while developing the core organisational, communication, IT and problem-solving skills needed for a successful career in Business Administration, all within a supportive local authority environment.

For more information, please see the Level 3 Business Administrator standard

What we’re looking for:

We’re keen to hear from applicants who are:

• Organised, reliable and keen to learn


• Comfortable using IT systems such as Microsoft Office


• Good communicators with a positive, can-do attitude


• Interested in sustainability, transport, or making a difference in their community


• Willingness to learn and contribute.

Why join us?

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. 

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

• A paid apprenticeship with on-the-job learning and formal training


• Support to achieve a recognised Business Administration qualification


• Friendly, inclusive and supportive team environment


• Insight into meaningful public service work focused on active and sustainable travel


• Flexible working arrangements and access to County Council employee benefits

Additional Information:

Travel Planning Team Assistant Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Helen Harris, Project Manager on [email protected]