IT Support Apprentice

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, but most of all enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. In return, we’re keen for you to learn about a wide range of roles and technologies in a typical IT department which will help you understand how to support both staff and customers.

Role

You’ll work with the rest of the helpdesk team on a rota during the week learning to:

  • Provide 1st line IT Helpdesk support to staff, parents and students over the phone, email or in person at our IT Helpdesk hub

On days you’re not on the front desk, you’ll be:

  • Working on open support tickets
  • Assisting with regular IT audits, including access control, hardware, and software
  • Monitoring security dashboards and helping to resolve issues
  • Installing or maintaining IT software and hardware around the college campus
  • Assisting 2nd line support to troubleshoot more complex issues
  • Working with team members on delivering projects and service improvements

Training

  • Whilst the majority of training will take place at work, there will be occasional attendance at workshops (Teams and in person) with the College

Upon completion of the apprenticeship you will achieve a level 3 Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship which can lead to full time employment. 

Apprenticeship Standard
Digital support technician (level 3)
Training Provider
CIRENCESTER COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday to Friday 8.30 – 4.30pm (4pm on a Friday) which includes half an hour for lunch.
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 19th September 2025
Start Date
Monday, 13th October 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • ability to multi-task

Qualifications

  • Maths and English GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
  • ICT Other, grade 4 or above (Desired)

About the Employer

Cirencester College
Cirencester College is a specialist sixth form college in a rural setting on the outskirts of Cirencester, Gloucestershire. One of only three designated specialist Sixth Form Colleges in the South West, Cirencester College is one of the top ranking Sixth Form Colleges in the country.
Company
Cirencester College
Location
Fosse Way Campus, Stroud Road, Cirencester, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,000 a year
Posted
Company
Cirencester College
Location
Fosse Way Campus, Stroud Road, Cirencester, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,000 a year
Posted