FREE VIRTUAL WEBINAR

Career Pathways in Local Councils: From Apprenticeships to CiLCA and Beyond

🗓️ Thursday 12th February • 10AM - 11AM

Explore the value of apprenticeships within local government, from the benefits of hiring an apprentice and how to recruit, to why apprenticeships are such an effective model for councils.

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This webinar is ideal for:

  • Local Council Clerks, Officers, and Councillors

Join Nigel Hayes and Keira Lake from Dorchester Town Council to explore the value of apprenticeships, CiLCA and beyond within local government.

Nigel has been the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) at Dorchester Town Council since 2023, having served as Finance Officer since 2014. He is currently completing a Level 6 Bachelor’s degree in Community Governance with SLCC and De Montfort University.

Keira began her role as a Finance Apprentice at Dorchester Town Council in July 2024 at the age of 18. Since then, she has completed ILCA, FILCA, PIALC and AAT Level 2, and is now working towards CILCA and AAT Level 3. 

You will discover:

  • The benefits of hiring an apprentice
  • How to go about recruiting an apprentice
  • Why apprenticeships work so well in local government