IT Support Apprentice

Do you have a passion for IT and providing support? JBC Skills Training have an exciting new opportunity for an IT apprentice with FreshStance IT, an IT Support and Services company based in Hatfield. Apply now!

Role

You will be working within a team providing IT support, initially carrying out routine checks and assisting end users to log support tickets. You will quickly progress to providing IT support by phone and using remote support tools and visiting clients on site, regularly attending meetings in
central London and the Hatfield area.

You will be supporting traditional Microsoft server-based systems as well as cloud solutions such as Office 365, Azure and Amazon Web Services.

You will be joining a young dynamic company in a role which will be well mentored and will provide a variety of opportunities to learn. You must be flexible and be able to assist in several areas this will include support,customer service and project work.

Reporting to the lead consultant / managing director your duties will include:

  • Install, support and service business customers
  • Handle telephone calls and emails from clients and create support incidents as needed
  • Carry out regular checks and processes
  • Provide 1st line support to clients - via telephone, email and remote working
  • Provide onsite support to clients
  • Identify areas for improvement within support to improve service
    delivery to clients
  • Strive to improve communication both internally and with clients
  • Additional duties as deemed appropriate to the role and business
    need

Part of this role includes the requirement to maintain excellent relations with the customer and other resolver groups, guiding and aiding effective incident resolutions.

As the first line of contact with customers you must always maintain a professional and corporate image of the company.

Training

Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship Standard:

  • The classroom training for the ICT apprenticeship comprises of 4 modules
  • Each module takes 1 week, and the apprentice will attend this in an online classroom with their designated JBC trainer
  • When the classroom training takes place will be agreed at the Induction meeting between Employer, Apprentice and JBC Skills Trainer / Mentor. We advise a bi-monthly approach to each module
  • The full 5 days will be required on the training weeks, and the apprentice must be in a quiet, suitable environment for learning to take place. This can either be in the workplace or at home. The class sizes are small (Max 10 learners) so that discussions and assessment can take place between apprentices, peers, and trainers

The 4 ICT modules are:

  • Networking Fundamentals
  • Mobility and Operating Systems
  • Cloud Fundamentals
  • IT and Business Principle

JBC delivers this apprenticeship over 16 Months total. This is made up of a 13-month training period and a 3-month assessment period that is known as EPA (End-Point Assessment.)

On the apprentice’s successful completion of the end point assessment, the apprentice will receive the following:

  • Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship Certification

This apprenticeship is recognised for entry on to the Register of IT Technicians and those completing their apprenticeships are eligible to apply for registration.

  • As well as the chance to receive full on the job training throughout, by the end of the apprenticeship you’ll have gained nationally accredited qualifications
  • The company also aim to offer the apprentice a permanent role at the end of the training (subject to successfully completing course and objectives.)
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
JBC SKILLS TRAINING LIMITED
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Expected Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Monday, 24th November 2025
Start Date
Friday, 28th November 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Knowledge of MS Workstations
  • Knowledge of MS Office
  • Motivated
  • Knowledge of Operating Systems
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Server
  • Knowledge of Cloud Server
  • Knowledge of wired networks
  • Knowledge of wireless networks
  • Knowledge of hardware
  • Telephone etiquette

Qualifications

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

About the Employer

FRESH STANCE LIMITED
FreshStance bring a fresh approach to IT Managed Services. We advocate cloud solutions to empower businesses and accelerate growth. Since 2015, the company has been providing IT support and project services to other small businesses in fields like medicine, finance, charities and many more. The company use a range of technologies including traditional servers and infrastructure and cloud solutions from Microsoft and Amazon Web Services as appropriate to the customer and their IT needs. Proactive management of systems and fast, efficient telephone support enables our customers to deliver their services smoothly.
Company
FRESH STANCE LIMITED
Location
Hat Tech Business Centre, Beaconsfield Court, Beaconsfield Road, Hatfield, England
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,704 a year
Posted
Company
FRESH STANCE LIMITED
Location
Hat Tech Business Centre, Beaconsfield Court, Beaconsfield Road, Hatfield, England
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,704 a year
Posted