Apprentice IT Support Technician

The successful candidate will report directly to the Technical Director and provide 1st line service desk support, on-site technical assistance, and participate in installation and migration projects.

Role

  • Provide 1st line technical support to end-users via phone, email, and in-person
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
  • Escalate complex issues to 2nd/3rd line support as necessary
  • Maintain records of support requests and resolutions using our ticketing system
  • Assist with the setup and deployment of new hardware and software
  • Support migration projects including email, data, and system transitions
  • Configure and install operating systems, applications, and updates
  • Participate onsite in customer hardware replacements and IT infrastructure projects
  • Administer and support Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)
  • Troubleshoot and maintain network connectivity (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi)
  • Set up and support client hardware including desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
  • Maintain and troubleshoot printers and multifunction devices
  • Assist with industrial data acquisition and process monitoring systems

Required Qualifications/Skills:

  • Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Windows operating systems
  • Understanding of basic networking concepts (IP, DNS, DHCP, routers, switching)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong desire to learn new technologies and improve skills
  • Problem-solver with a hands-on approach
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

  • IT certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Certified)
  • Experience with hardware troubleshooting and repair
  • Experience providing IT support to family or friends

Training

  • ICT (Information Communications Technician) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
  • You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT apprenticeship team to increase your skills
  • Your training will include gaining a Level 3 Information communications technician qualification
  • Potential to progress through all aspects of the Service Desk or into other areas of the business
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 21st September 2025
Start Date
Saturday, 27th September 2025

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

  • English GCSE, grade 4/C and above (Essential)
  • Math GCSE, grade 4/C and above (Essential)

About the Employer

24 CARROT CLOUD LIMITED
24 Carrot Cloud, a small and agile Managed Service Provider (MSP), is seeking a proactive and customer-focused Apprentice IT Support Technician to join our Service Delivery Team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Technical Director and provide 1st line service desk support, on-site technical assistance, and participate in installation and migration projects. You will work with a range of technologies including Microsoft 365, networking equipment, client hardware (laptops, desktops, mobile devices), and industrial equipment.
Company
24 CARROT CLOUD LIMITED
Location
Pinnacle House, Newark Road, Peterborough, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,000 a year
Posted
Company
24 CARROT CLOUD LIMITED
Location
Pinnacle House, Newark Road, Peterborough, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,000 a year
Posted