ICT Technician Apprentice

We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice.  You will provide a wide range of front line technical support to staff and students at all levels, throughout The Academy Trust. Primarily based at Riddlesdown Collegiate and The Quest Academy, with some work taking place in our other schools.

Role

  • You will be assisting in most aspects of first level software, hardware and Windows network support.
  • You will be expected to have a flexible approach to problem solving, taking initiative and providing excellent customer service.
  • Rotating between Riddlesdown Collegiate, The Quest Academy and Woodcote High School.

Training

Why choose our Azure Cloud Support Specialist apprenticeship?

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

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 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. 

Benefits:

  • On-site and off-site free parking
  • Close to bus links and train lines at Riddlesdown, bus routes at other secondaries and additionally, Croydon trams near Quest Academy
  • Annual leave can be taken in term time and school holidays
  • Staff diner at Riddlesdown and staffroom areas at other schools
  • Free staff refreshments
  • Free Anti-virus protection
  • Free 1Password Family account (during employment period)
  • Microsoft Office 365 for work use (during employment period)
  • Employee discounts (via 3rd party partnerships)
  • Travel expenses between schools
  • On-site gym at Riddlesdown
  • Supportive team environment
  • A safe and welcoming environment
  • Inclusive and diverse culture
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
QA LIMITED
Working Week
Days and shifts to be confirmed
Expected Duration
17 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Monday, 10th June 2024
Start Date
Monday, 24th June 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills

Qualifications

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

About the Employer

THE COLLEGIATE TRUST
The Collegiate Trust is a family of schools that exists to improve education in Croydon, Crawley and the surrounding areas for children and young people up to the age of 19. Our strong culture of ambition, focussed clearly on PEOPLE and LEARNING, ensures the best interests of all those in our communities are always at the heart of our decision-making.
Company
THE COLLEGIATE TRUST
Location
Riddlesdown Collegiate Honister Heights, Purley, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,168.00
Posted
Company
THE COLLEGIATE TRUST
Location
Riddlesdown Collegiate Honister Heights, Purley, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,168.00
Posted