IT Service Desk Apprentice

We use our specialist expertise to help them achieve their ambitions and build a sustainable future. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, friendly environment, we’re looking for you! Duties will include following core processes and procedures such as change control and incident logging.

Role

What you’ll be doing

  • Respond positively and professionally to end user calls, e-mails or raised tickets 
  • Manage user administration at the desktop within limits of security policies 
  • Managing of ticket queues to ensure all work is carried out in a timely manner and is triaged correctly
  • Liaising with third parties to arrange on site visits to carry out work
  • Perform configuration of hardware for new starters
  • Ensure desktop operating system and core applications are maintained to agreed procedures
  • Support projects and liaise with other teams as required
  • Support remediation of faults and security vulnerabilities as required

Training

Why choose our Azure Cloud Support Specialist apprenticeship? 

The new Microsoft Azure Cloud Support Specialist Information Communications Technician Level 3 programme has been designed in partnership with Microsoft to build Azure cloud capabilities in your organisation. 

Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. 

This new Microsoft apprenticeship is part of QA's drive to support Microsoft’s Get On 2021 campaign, a five-year initiative to help 1.5 million people build careers in technology and help 300,000 connect to tech job opportunities. 

QA’s Azure Cloud Support Specialist Information Communications Technician Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

  • Learn on-premise and cloud-enabled technologies and services
  • Learn technical content that aligns to and is relevant to employers and the market
  • Gain an Azure Fundamentals Qualification and a Microsoft 365 fundamentals qualification
  • Get an introduction to Windows, Linux and PowerShell

Tools and technologies learned: Learners will learn to use Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Windows 10, AWS, Linux, PowerShell.

90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.

Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

Paragon perks: 

  • Generous holiday allowance, with a day off for your birthday!
  • Paid community volunteering
  • Company-wide, profit-sharing bonus
  • Pension plan - we’ll contribute up to 10% of your annual salary
  • Life assurance and personal accident cover
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
QA LIMITED
Working Week
Monday to Friday, hours will be confirmed upon interview.
Expected Duration
16 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Wednesday, 3rd July 2024
Start Date
Monday, 29th July 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Non judgemental

Qualifications

  • any subject --- x3 GCSE or equivalent, grade 4+ (A-C) (Essential)
  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade 3+ (D or above) (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 3+ (D or above) (Essential)

About the Employer

Paragon Banking Group PLC
A Platinum Investors in People employer and an award-winning UK bank, focused on growth. Our customers include savers and businesses across the UK and, working together, we use our specialist expertise to help them achieve their ambitions and build a sustainable future.
Company
Paragon Banking Group PLC
Location
Homer Road, Solihull, West Midlands, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£23,400.00
Posted
Company
Paragon Banking Group PLC
Location
Homer Road, Solihull, West Midlands, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£23,400.00
Posted