IT Technician Apprentice

This is a new role aimed at developing in-house capabilities for offering IT and Network support to all of the Group’s employees. The role will train and work alongside the subcontract support to cater for all of the Group’s IT needs. There is also scope to develop specific skills in cyber security which is becoming more essential for our business.

Role

Supporting the Group’s subcontract IT support with network and local PC support. Duties include:

  • Setting up new hardware for users
  • Manging the backup procedures for all operating systems
  • Daily support to users reporting technical issues
  • Maintaining records of all IT fixed assets
  • Working alongside subcontract support to ensure the network infrastructure of the Group remains operational and adequate to support the Group’s needs
  • Working alongside subcontract support to ensure virus protection is robust for all sites and users within the Group

Training

  • Information Communications Technician Level 3 - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/information-communications-technician-v1-1
  • 20% off the job training
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required

This position could lead to a permanent IT support role within the business.

Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 37 hours. Working times to be confirmed.
Expected Duration
18 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 12th May 2024
Start Date
Monday, 20th May 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C or above (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C or above (Essential)

About the Employer

MEIGHS & WESTLEYS LIMITED
The Westley Group employs almost 300 people across 4 sites. The Group is a foundry and engineering business tracing its history back over 100 years. The Group has revenue of c£35m. Meighs & Westleys is the largest part of the Group operating from two sites in Staffordshire.
Company
MEIGHS & WESTLEYS LIMITED
Location
Holditch Road, Newcastle, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,565.16
Posted
Company
MEIGHS & WESTLEYS LIMITED
Location
Holditch Road, Newcastle, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,565.16
Posted