IT Support Technician Apprentice

Velocity Academy have an exciting new opportunity for an Apprentice Support Technician with JC Applications Development a Software Development Company based in Hampshire.

Role

A great opportunity for a Support Technician to join a market-leading risk management and claims handling software provider based in rural Hampshire.

Working as part of the support team within the operations department, you will be providing support to a large client base through email, helpdesk and on the telephone. You’ll also be responsible for improving and maintaining the internal IT Infrastructure.

Your role will involve working closely with other departments including Sales, R&D and as well as speaking with clients and 3rd party suppliers, so excellent communication skills are key!

Your duties and responsibilities in this role will consist of:

  • To learn and develop technical skills
  • Support the Technical Support Engineer
  • Answer tickets within SLA
  • Create knowledge articles
  • Learn all products used
  • Learn about the implementation cycle
  • Learn about the Sales process
  • Learn about the development lifecycle
  • Maintain and Improve Knowledge Base
  • Ensures that tickets are worked on and answered within SLAs
  • Escalate where necessary
  • Ensure that KBs are regularly created for FAQs from clients
  • Provide Helpdesk management reports 

Training

Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 IT Support Technician qualification, with training in how to:

  • Install and configure relevant software and hardware as appropriate for example: mobile apps, printers, projectors, scanners and cameras.
  • Address IT issues by prioritizing in response to customer service level agreements.
  • Administer security access requirements and permissions for stakeholders escalating as necessary for example password resets.
  • Support the roll out of upgrades or new systems or applications.

For a full list of programme modules visit: https://velocity-pt.co.uk/

  • The role offers long term security and the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
VELOCITY 1st LIMITED
Working Week
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:30pm.
Expected Duration
15 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 24th May 2024
Start Date
Monday, 27th May 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Qualifications

  • 5 GCSE's including English & Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent (Essential)

About the Employer

J C APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT LTD
For over 25 years, JCAD has been developing & implementing highly effective software for risk management and claims processing. Clients now total over 200 and are distributed across the globe. JCAD is still privately owned and has a passion for providing great software and great services. With the joined up disciplines of risk, audit, issues and compliance, the CORE suite of products is now an industry leading Business Assurance Software.
Company
J C APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT LTD
Location
MANOR BARN, HAWKLEY ROAD, LISS, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£18,000.00
Posted
Company
J C APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT LTD
Location
MANOR BARN, HAWKLEY ROAD, LISS, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£18,000.00
Posted