IT Technician Apprentice

LIFT SCHOOLS

West Midlands, B77 2NE

Closes in 14 days (Sunday 5 January)

Posted on 11 December 2024


Summary

We're seeking talented IT Apprentices to join our growing team at Lift Schools. As an Apprentice, you'll play a vital role in supporting six of our schools across the West Midlands and driving educational excellence.

Annual wage
£21,350 a year

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Training course
IT solutions technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Saturday 1 February

Duration

1 year 9 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

The role will support six of our schools; Lea Forest Primary Academy, Greenwood Academy, Montgomery Primary Academy, Percy Shurmer Academy, Four Dwellings Academy, and Four Dwellings Primary Academy, your primary base will be at the school closest to your home, with expected travel between sites as needed.

  • Provide technical support: Assist schools with their IT needs.
  • Collaborate with the team: Work alongside experienced IT professionals to deliver exceptional support.
  • Develop your skills: Gain valuable hands-on experience and receive ongoing training.

Where you’ll work

West Midlands

B77 2NE

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

LIFT SCHOOLS

Your training course

IT solutions technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

  • During your apprenticeship (typically 21-months - this will be determined by your existing qualifications and/or experience) you will be assigned a Trainer and will work towards the IT Solutions Technician apprenticeship standard (level 3) or the which has highly transferable knowledge, skills and behaviours which can be applied across all sectors
  • You may also be required to complete Maths and English Functional Skills (this will be determined by your existing qualifications). Your Trainer will meet with you virtually every two weeks with onsite observations and formal reviews taking place every 12-weeks
  • You will fully commit to the 20% off-the-job training requirements of the post alongside your normal day-to-day job

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Maths and English (grade A-C or 4-9)

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working

About this company

Who is Lift Schools? Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential. Our mission: 1. We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. 2. With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. 3. We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

https://www.liftschools.org/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

+ well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

  • This is an exciting opportunity to be in a real job, with real variety, from day one whilst working towards a qualification
  • Potential to secure permanent positions within our central services team
  • Opportunities for specialist roles, such as IT support technician, network engineer, or systems analyst
  • Possibility to progress to senior roles, including IT manager or project leader
  • Commitment to supporting your professional growth and career ambitions at Lift Schools

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LIFT SCHOOLS

Talent Team

recruitment@liftschools.org

02039475689

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000291606.

Apply now

Closes in 14 days (Sunday 5 January)

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