IT & Operations Apprentice
QPR HOLDINGS LIMITED
London, W12 7PJ
Closes in 14 days (Friday 25 October at 11:59pm)
Posted on 27 September 2024
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Summary
Have you ever wanted to combine a passion for IT and Football? Queens Park Rangers FC and the QPR in the Community Trust are seeking a proactive and dedicated IT & Operations Apprentice to join the team. This role will be Located at Matrade Loftus Road Stadium and the TSG Elite Performance Centre Training Ground (“TG”.)
- Annual wage
- £16,000 a year
- Training course
- Information communications technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday (9:00am - 6:00pm) -
Shifts TBC
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 28 October
- Duration
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1 Year 6 Months
- Positions available
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Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
The Role
Have you ever wanted to combine a passion for IT and Football?
Queens Park Rangers FC and the QPR in the Community Trust are seeking a proactive and dedicated IT & Operations Apprentice to join the team. This role will be Located at Matrade Loftus Road Stadium and the TSG Elite Performance Centre Training Ground (“TG”.) Please note the responsibilities will be shared between the Club and Community Trust.
This is a 2-year fixed contract apprenticeship with opportunities of a permanent role at the end of the apprenticeship. Suitable for a school leaver as well as more experienced candidates, the individual will study to attain the Level 3 Information Communications Technician qualification which will itself occur over an 18 month period.
The role will provide the successful candidate with hands-on experience and a wide ranging view of the Football industry across various IT disciplines and areas of operations whilst they complete their Information Communications Technician (Level 3) Apprenticeship.
As part of the Operations team the apprentice will support the wider business in troubleshooting, maintaining and improving our IT systems, as well as assisting with Matchday operations and preparation of the Stadium and TG.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of IT equipment and systems;
- Support the IT MSP in managing and resolving IT support requests from staff;
- Assisting the Operations Department with administrative functions, through detailed record keeping, and proactive monitoring of stadium and event operations.
- Help maintain the security and integrity of our IT systems by following cybersecurity best practices;
- Assisting with physical event set up, maintenance and logistical support for Matchdays and other events at the two locations;
- Participate in the deployment and management of software applications and updates;
- Document IT processes and procedures for future reference; and
Stay updated with the latest IT and cybersecurity trends and technologies. - Comply with all company policies/procedures. Adhere to all company regulations regarding policies, procedures, health, safety and security.
- All other duties that may arise from time to time and fall within the scope of this position.
Where you’ll work
Loftus Road Stadium
South Africa Road
London
W12 7PJ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Information communications technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
ICT (Information Communications Technician) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship team to increase your skills
Your training will include gaining a Level 3 IT qualifications
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4 +)
- Maths (grade C/4 +)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Hard-working
- Hardware and software
- Excellent time management
About this company
Queens Park Rangers Football Club, commonly abbreviated to QPR, is a professional association football club based in Shepherd's Bush, West London, England. The team competes in the EFL Championship, the second level of the English football league system.
Company benefits
- Private health insurance (once you pass your probation) - Pension Scheme - Discounted QPR merchandise - Learning and Development opportunities - An inclusive and collaborative working culture - 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
After this apprenticeship
Potential for permanent role after completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED
Hello@justit.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279385.
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Closes in 14 days (Friday 25 October at 11:59pm)
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