IT Networking Apprentice

Bowker IT

Lancs, LA3 3BS

Closes in 5 days (Friday 13 September)

Posted on 18 July 2024

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Summary

The successful candidate will enroll onto a Network Engineering Level 4 apprenticeship program while working full-time in a field based role deployed within schools. You will be working both onsite and in the office.

Annual wage
£25,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£25,000 - £27,000 per annum.

Training course
Network engineer (level 4)
Hours
Days and shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 23 September

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

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

You’ll be required to carry out the following duties: 

  • Strategic planning
  • Implementation 
  • Providing ongoing support for SME and the Education sectors infrastructure solutions

Where you’ll work

Whitegate

White Lund

Morecambe

Lancs

LA3 3BS

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

QA LIMITED

Your training course

Network engineer (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents
  • apply the appropriate tools and techniques when securely operating and testing networks
  • install and configure the elements required to maintain and manage a secure network
  • implement techniques to monitor and record systems performance in line with defined specifications
  • maintain security and performance of the system against known and standard threats
  • apply the appropriate tools and techniques to identify systems performance issues
  • apply the appropriate tools and techniques to gather information to troubleshoot issues and isolate, repair or escalate faults
  • communicate outcomes of tasks and record in line with organisational procedures and SLAs including adherence to customer service standards
  • upgrade, apply and test components to systems configurations ensuring that the system meets the organisation’s requirements and minimises downtime. This should include backup processes
  • record task details whether face-to-face, remote or in writing in line with ogranisational requirements
  • interpret information received from a manager, customer or technical specialist and accurately implement the defined requirements
  • monitor, identify and implement required maintenance procedures
  • implement techniques to optimise systems performance in line with defined specifications
  • organise and prioritise clients or stakeholders’ requests in line with SLAs and organization processes
  • explain their job role within the business context to stakeholders to enable a clear understanding on both sides of what their remit is and convey technical constraints in appropriate language considering accessibility and diversity implications
  • operate securely and apply the appropriate process, policies and legislation within their business responsibilities
  • communicate with a range of stakeholders taking into consideration the organisations cultural awareness and technical ability
  • apply the appropriate level of responsibility when planning and prioritising work tasks
  • apply the relevant numerical skills (Binary, dotted decimal notation) required to meet the defined specifications
  • ensure compliance of network engineering outputs with change management processes
  • select the appropriate tools and comply with organisation policies and processes when upgrading systems

    • Your training plan

    Why choose our Network Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship? 

    Our Network Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship is perfect for learners that are fresh out of an IT education or already employed in the tech sector and looking to take the next step. The Network Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship programme concentrates on modern network infrastructure, advanced connectivity and advanced security. This enables learners to develop and enhance technical skills, and ensure that they have the technical grounding needed to become a skilled Network Designer, Systems Engineer or Network Administrator. 

    QA’s Network Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

    • Get equipped with the advanced technical skills needed for the role
    • Learn the core networking and server administration skills required to support a traditional on-premise, cloud or hybrid network
    • Dive deep into the management of networks, exploring network hardware and software, network services and routing protocols
    • Get immersed in technical content designed around real skills, aligning to and relevant to employers and the market
    • Combine online learning live event training and on-the-job experience to develop real world skills using cutting-edge technology
    • Level 4 (HNC) Network engineering qualification

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • 3 of any subject (grade 4+ (A* - C))
    • Maths & English (grade 3+ (D or above))

    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
    • Problem solving skills
    • Team working
    • Non judgemental
    • Have some exposure in:
    • Good Windows, Active Directory
    • DNS, DHCP, GPO modelling
    • PowerShell
    • LAN/WAN/VLANs Firewalls

    About this company

    Bowker IT is a well-established North-West based company with ambitious growth plans and is recruiting in order to support this.

    After this apprenticeship

    90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. 

    Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

    Benefits:

    • You will receive excellent career development and training opportunities
    • Will be expected to gain Microsoft and VMware Certifications to further their career
    • 22 days holiday
    • Kitchen refreshments 
    • Onsite parking
    • There is a company pension

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    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    QA LIMITED

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000265783.

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    Closes in 5 days (Friday 13 September)

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