Career Pathways in Local Councils: From Apprenticeships to CiLCA and Beyond
With Keira Lake (Finance Apprentice) and Nigel Hayes (Responsible Financial Officer) of Dorchester Town Council
Explore the value of apprenticeships within local government, why they are such an effective model for councils, the benefits of hiring an apprentice and how to recruit.
Register Below to Access the On-Demand Webinar.
This on-demand webinar is ideal for:
- Local Council Clerks, Officers, and Councillors
Join Nigel Hayes and Keira Lake from Dorchester Town Council in this on-demand webinar 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:
- Strategic Growth: How to use apprenticeships for effective succession planning and closing local skills gaps.
- Funding & Financial Support: How to access the Apprenticeship Levy transfer, government incentive payments and local grant schemes to cover training costs.
- The Recruitment Process: Using the government’s Apprenticeship Service and partnering with local colleges to manage hiring.
- The Apprentice Experience: First-hand insights into balancing work with AAT qualifications.
- The Academic Pathway: A roadmap from entry-level certifications (ILCA/FILCA) to professional standards (CiLCA) and Community Governance degrees.
- Career Visibility: How to leverage networking and advisory groups to fast-track professional development.