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Trainee Tax Technician (ATT) - Bridgwater
Starting Salary: £20,000
Apprenticeship: 80% work / 20% study leave
Our client, a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice and Top 50 Apprenticeship Employer, is seeking a Trainee Tax Technician to join their Bridgwater office on a permanent basis. This apprenticeship opportunity offers a structured learning path, combining practical work experience with fully funded professional training for the Association of Tax Technicians (ATT) qualification.
If you are an AAT trainee looking to continue your AAT studies, applications are welcome-please highlight this in your application notes.
About the Role
As a Trainee Tax Technician, you will:
-Gain valuable hands-on experience while studying towards the ATT qualification
-Receive paid study leave, mentoring, and regular salary reviews
-Support the tax team in preparing tax returns and HMRC compliance documents
-Develop a broad understanding of tax legislation, case law, and economics
-Gain exposure to multiple areas of taxation and other service lines
Upon ATT qualification and with two years of practical experience, you can apply for ATT membership, earning the designatory letters 'ATT' and the title 'Taxation Technician'.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
-A strong interest in tax and accountancy
-Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
-A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-A positive, team-oriented attitude
-Proficiency in Word and Excel, with the ability to learn new IT skills quickly
Entry Requirements
We welcome applicants with strong academic backgrounds, typically demonstrated by GCSEs, A-Levels, or equivalent qualifications. However, other academic experiences will also be considered.
Benefits & Package
-Up to 36.25 hours per week (part-time and flexible working options available)
-Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
-20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 3 years' service
-Death in service cover (3x annual salary)
-Access to Westfield Rewards and Health Scheme
-24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
-Flexible benefits including buy/sell holiday, Cycle to Work, charity payroll giving, and private medical insurance
-Pension scheme (3% employer contribution, increasing to 6% after 4 years)
-Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year's service
-Bonus schemes for introducing clients and new team members
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