IT Apprentice

Summary

Provide effective IT support by resolving issues, assisting with software/hardware configuration and support and working on IT-related projects under the guidance of the Senior IT Administrator.

Annual wage: £12,480 a year
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Training course: Information communications technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 6 January
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

To provide 1st and 2nd line support to staff by investigating and resolving IT issues and assisting in the delivery of an effective and efficient IT support service.
The role will include providing general and routine IT support, including diagnosis and fix, undertaking routine maintenance of resources and equipment, support of common software packages used across the business and other general tasks as appropriate under the supervision/instruction of the Senior IT Administrator
Where appropriate, assist with the planning and fulfilment of IT-related projects across the site

Key Responsibilities:

Responding to IT support requests from staff in a timely manner
Troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues, providing on-site support and remote support when necessary
Maintaining accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and relevant information in the service desk system
Installing, configuring, and updating software applications and operating systems on workstations
Assisting with setting up and configuring new user accounts and devices
Supporting with routine maintenance tasks, such as system updates, backups,and system performance monitoring
Assisting with troubleshooting network connectivity issues and resolving them promptly
Collaborating with the business system (IT Team) team to identify and implement improvements to systems and processes
Assisting with managing hardware and software inventory, including tracking,and organising IT assets
Developing user-friendly documentation and guides for common IT procedures and issues

Where you’ll work

Longroyd

Barnsley

S72 7GH

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

BARNSLEY COLLEGE

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

Will be completed on-site and off-the-job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work
Student to complete an Information Communication Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE 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

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Strong Social Skills
Outgoing
Flexible

About this company

Leading supplier of innerspring components to the bedding industry.

Company benefits

Pension 5% bonus Health Scheme EAP

After this apprenticeship

Full-time Multi Skilled IT Administrator

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BARNSLEY COLLEGE

Amanda ogley

apprenticeships@barnsley.ac.uk

01226216166

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284741.

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