IT Apprentice
Beal High School
London, IG4 5LP
Closes in 28 days (Friday 22 November)
Posted on 24 October 2024
Summary
We are looking for a proactive and analytical IT Apprentice to join our busy and dynamic team supporting a diverse range of networking and server infrastructures. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a wider ranging knowledge, experience and interest in other technologies.
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Training course
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Information communications technician (level 3)
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Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm
36 hours a week
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Possible start date
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Sunday 24 November
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
- To provide an effective and efficient IT service for the efficient conduct of the Beacon Multi-Academy Trust
- Server, network, Mac and PC (laptops and desktops) support
- Creating and updating documentation and processes
- Maintenance and management of IT hardware on a day to day basis
- Software support and troubleshooting
- Backup management, including data restoration
- Creation and management of user accounts using Active Directory
- Logging issues and tickets using a Helpdesk System
- Liaising with second and third line support to resolve issues • Prompt response and resolution of support calls
Where you’ll work
Woodford Bridge Rd
London
IG4 5LP
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
NEWHAM COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Your training course
Information communications technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Interpret and prioritise internal or external customer's requirements in line with organisation's policy
Apply the appropriate tools and techniques to undertake fault finding and rectification
apply Continuous Professional Development to support necessary business output and technical developments
Operate safely and securely across platforms and responsibilities maintaining the security of personal data of internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with all levels of stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress and managing escalation where appropriate
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and other relevant stakeholders
Manage and prioritise the allocated workload effectively making best use of time and resources
Complete documentation relevant to the task and escalate where appropriate
Install or undertake basic software upgrades,either physically or remotely
Establish and diagnose the extent of the IT support task, in line with the organisation's policies and Service Level Agreements
Provide remote/F2F support to resolve customer requirements
Maintain a safe working environment for own personal safety and others in line with Health & Safety appropriate to the task
Identify and scope the best solution informed by the system data associated with the task
Test and evaluate the system's performance and compliance with customer requirements.
Escalate non routine problems in line with procedures
Use basic scripting to execute the relevant tasks for example PowerShell, Linux
Carry out routine maintenance across systems, (such as IT, Communications), ensuring organisational compliance at all times
Apply the necessary security, in line with access and/or encryption requirements
Use a range of Cabling or Connectors equipment in line with technical requirements for example physically or remotely
Test and evaluate network environments
Monitor performance and usage of a network
Deploy applications on a network
Set up storage and data access for staff
Apply necessary security measures, in line with access requirements to a network
Carry out routine maintenance across network systems, ensuring organisational compliance
Monitor network-related workloads including DNS and firewalls
Install or undertake basic upgrades, either physically or remotely
Establish digital communication or telecommunications systems through, for example cabling and connecting equipment.
Identify a range of tools and or diagnostic equipment, for example, Hardware or Software components, to resolve Communications or Telecommunications requirements.
Undertake basic telecommunications activities, in response to an allocated task, designated responsibilities, instructions or customer’s requirements.
Use information necessary to identify operational issues and rectify or escalate accordingly in line with policy
Interpret and prioritise internal or external customer's requirements in line with organisation's policy
Apply the appropriate tools and techniques to undertake fault finding and rectification
apply Continuous Professional Development to support necessary business output and technical developments
Operate safely and securely across platforms and responsibilities maintaining the security of personal data of internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with all levels of stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress and managing escalation where appropriate
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and other relevant stakeholders
Manage and prioritise the allocated workload effectively making best use of time and resources
Complete documentation relevant to the task and escalate where appropriate
Install or undertake basic software upgrades,either physically or remotely
Establish and diagnose the extent of the IT support task, in line with the organisation's policies and Service Level Agreements
Provide remote/F2F support to resolve customer requirements
Maintain a safe working environment for own personal safety and others in line with Health & Safety appropriate to the task
Your training plan
This apprenticeship is delivered as a day release, please make sure you can travel to both the employer and college.
- Level 3 Informations Communication Technician Apprenticeship Standard
- Behaviour, Skills and Knowledge
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 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
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
Other requirements
This is an office based role in IG4, please check your journey before applying.
Please note that if you have a level 3 IT Qualification you will be ineligible for this role.
About this company
Our open culture ensures that all Trust staff and students are motivated and supported to develop their own skills, supporting each other to be their very best to provide an exceptional educational experience.
After this apprenticeship
- There is an opportunity to secure a permanent position after successfully completing the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NEWHAM COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
The reference code for this apprenticeship is
VAC1000284040.
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Closes in 28 days (Friday 22 November)
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