ICT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN APPRENTICE

Summary

As an IT Support Apprentice, you will be working alongside a team of IT Support team to assist our users with their IT needs, both remotely and on-site. This is an excellent opportunity to launch a rewarding career in IT.

Annual wage: £22,971 a year
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Training course: Information communications technician (level 3)
Hours: 09:00 to 17:00 Days to be confirmed On-site primarily at Sigma House
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 20 January
Duration: 1 year 5 months
Positions available: 2

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

Key Responsibilities:

Responding to customer calls to understand and address IT issues
Troubleshooting tech problems and providing support, both in person and over the phone
Developing the ability to resolve system and network issues
Setting up new user accounts, managing password resets, testing applications, and generating reports
Building and setting up hardware such as computers, laptops, and phone systems
Installing and configuring computer operating systems

What we’re looking for:

Someone who can explain technical concepts in simple terms
A problem solver with a logical mindset

Where you’ll work

HD House

WD24 4WW

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

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

ICT (Information Communications Technician) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship team to increase your skills
Your training will include gaining level 3 IT qualifications

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C and above)
Math (grade 4/C and 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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Creative
Patience

About this company

Founded in 1982, Sigma Pharmaceuticals plc is a family-owned business and one of the largest independent short-line pharmacy wholesalers in the UK. As an industry leader, Sigma is known for its comprehensive and competitive range of products, as well as exceptional customer service delivered to Independent Pharmacies, Dispensing Doctors, and Hospitals. Sigma also has a global reach through its export services, making it a key player in the pharmaceutical distribution industry.

https://www.sigmaplc.com/about/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, further opportunities may be available to you within the company, but the experience and skills gained should prepare you for future progression within the industry

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