- GMFJ Reference
132335
- Wages
£5.33 p/h
- Hours
37.50 per week
- Date Posted
24/05/2021
- Start Date
05/07/2021
- Approx. Duration
16 Months
- Location
Maidstone
- Status
Now Taking Applications
- Sector
IT
- Opportunity Type
Advanced Level 3
- Employer
Withheld
Description
Intequal, in partnership with the Microsoft Apprenticeship Programme are currently recruiting for an energetic individual to join a fantastic workplace as an IT Technician Apprentice. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn and gain on the job experience to kickstart your career in IT.
We are looking to recruit an IT Technician Apprentice who is a hardworking, organised individual with flexibility and a willingness to learn.
As a Microsoft Infrastructure Technician Apprentice your main roles and responsibilities will include:
Assisting school-based staff and students with technical issues, troubleshooting & problem solving where required for a range of devices
Using necessary software to report, log and correspond to requests where applicable
Communicating with school-based staff to keep them updated on the progress of reported problems
Working with a variety of hardware/devices (including desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, printers, smart boards & projectors, etc.)
Completing software installations across a range of operating systems
Completing routine hardware/software maintenance tasks
Providing high levels of customer service.
Throughout the duration of the apprenticeship, you will receive Microsoft training and accreditation through blended learning. This combines online technical training within a virtual classroom, as well as real-world and practical experience with your employer. The certifications you gain are highly respected and globally recognised. The skills, knowledge and experience you will gain whilst on the programme are invaluable, giving you the best possible start in your professional career within the IT industry.
About the Company
Our client is an educational establishment that seeks to develop the skills, talents and interests of all their students as individuals. They have high expectations and high aspirations for all, and their vision is one of academic excellence in a supportive and caring environment. Their results are outstanding, with 80% A*/B grades at A Level and 67% 9-7 grades at GCSE, making them the best school in Maidstone. The opportunities and care provided there are equally outstanding.
For more information about this vacancy please contact Intequal on 07538512264 (Ref ID: 132335)
You will be highly organized with excellent communication skills.
You will be willing to work hard and eager to learn.
You will be adaptable, with the ability to multitask.
You will have experience working in a busy environment, working to deadlines and managing priorities as required.
You will be used to working collaboratively as part of a team.
You should have experience using a variety of different devices, running a variety of operating systems.
You should ideally have experience using or setting up basic audio-visual components such as microphones & sound desks, etc.
You will be able to explain technical information to a non-technical user.
You will have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to plan and deliver a solution to a given problem.
You will possess sound diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
You will have a basic knowledge of a variety of Windows and Mac OS operating systems, basic Audio-Visual systems and Microsoft 365 products.
Experience of working in a similar role is desirable.
To be considered for this role, you ideally will hold a C/4 grade in both GCSE Maths & English, and in three or four other subjects at least. You should have a GCSE, BTEC or A Level in ICT or at least hands-on experience with the workings of computers and IT.
Please note that you must not hold an existing qualification at a higher level in a similar subject (e.g. a degree).
You will be enrolled on to the award-winning Microsoft Partner Apprenticeship Programme. You will work towards gaining skills across a variety of technical areas including MTA Cloud Fundamentals and MTA Network Fundamentals, these are globally recognised certifications, you will also gain a City and Guilds Diploma in Coding and logic and mobile and operating systems. This will also extend to business processes and project management.
You will have good one-to-one personal skills, particularly when communicating complex IT issues to non-technical staff and students.
You will be independent, with the ability to exercise good judgement when considering the need for escalating an issue.
You will possess a calm and friendly nature.
You will have a flexible approach to tasks, new ideas and change.
You will be professionally discreet and able to respect confidentiality.
You will be confident and able to use your own initiative.
You will have impeccable attention to detail.
You will possess a willingness to adapt and learn.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve industry recognised qualifications which will give you a fantastic start to your career in the IT sector!
Please note that your commute may be taken into consideration when we review your application, in line with our safeguarding practices.