IT Support Apprentice

You will be part of the School IT Team and provide technical support to students and teaching staff. Day-to-day you will perform routine ICT tasks and contribute to the smooth running of the IT network.

Training: Training to be Provided, Level 2 Diploma in ICT, Employee rights and responsibilities, Functional Skills, Learning ProviderNational Schools Training Ltd
Contract Term: 60 weeks - 7 half terms
Contract Type: Intermediate level apprenticeship
Salary: £122.00 per week  

At the end of your apprenticeship you will of achieve the nationally recognised ITQ qualification, as well as valuable work experience, that will provide you with the best chance possible of being offered a full-time role within the school or any organisation requiring IT support. A newly qualified IT Technician can earn between £18,000 and £22,000 per annum.

Below is a summary of your key roles and responsibilities;-

• Provide technical support and advice to students and teaching staff.
• Perform routine ICT tasks.
• Manage small projects.
• Facilitate the smooth running of the network by undertaking reasonable tasks as required, including some administrative tasks.
• Support the school’s Internet, Email and Virtual Learning Environment.
• Support the day-to-day running of the curriculum/admin network in collaboration with the Network Manager.
• Provide support and maintenance for network hardware and software, including classroom support.
• Provide technical support for curriculum and school events
• Support staff in the use of ICT equipment.
• Report faults to the Network Manager as required.
• Support in-house training as and when required.
• Attend meetings as and when required.
• Be aware of and comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

Skills Required

• Willing and able to complete all learning and assessment requirements of the relevant framework.
• Able to establish good working relationships with staff, pupils parents and outside agencies.

Qualifications Required

• Hold GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to travel to work.

Important Other Information

• Prior to interview you are required to complete online initial assessments in Maths, English & ICT. These are called BKSB. If you’re shortlisted please print out the results and take them with you to the interview. You’ll receive an email from NST Head Office with instructions.
• The apprenticeship wage is £3.30 per hour.

Future Prospects

• Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
• Full-time employment within the organisation

Reality Check

• Wiliness to undergo an enhanced DBS check performed by the Employer/school.
• Ability to travel to work.

 
Application Contact: Stacey Pavitt, Email stacey.pavitt@nationalschoolstraining.co.uk

Closing Date: 06/05/2016
Interview Date: 19/05/2016

Alec Hunter Academy 
Stubbs Lane
Braintree
Essex
CM7 3NR