ICT Level 3 Apprenticeship

Join our IT team at The Abbey School as an ICT Apprentice & develop your skills in a dynamic & supportive environment. You will assist in delivering high-quality IT support to staff & students, ensuring smooth operation of systems across the school. You will be undertaking training for the Level 3 ICT Apprenticeship & day release.

Role

  • Assist the IT team in delivering a smooth service in the running of the School network, including School software, hardware and other IT related equipment to the whole Abbey community
  • To support pupils and staff in the correct use of IT
  • To assist the Theatre Production & AV Services Specialist with audio / visual / lighting services for School productions and events as required
  • To follow targets and objectives set out by the Head of IT Operations
  • Provide desktop support, performing PC hardware repairs and upgrades
  • Configure networking equipment such as wireless access points and switches
  • Assisting with the installation of applications and troubleshooting problems
  • Help with replacing printer consumables as required
  • Carry out basic safety checks following relevant H&S procedures and raise awareness among staff, pupils and other users
  • Assist with routine maintenance procedures, following school backup, virus protection and security procedures
  • Respond to support requests according to school procedures, recording detailed diagnostic information and using appropriate knowledge bases/logs to inform diagnosis and resolution

Training

  • Information Communications Technician Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship standard
  • Typical duration: 18 months
  • Dedicated Performance Coach
  • Remote training
  • Possibility of full-time post upon completion but this is not guaranteed and will be subject to the needs of the business at the time 
Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
ACTIVATE LEARNING
Working Week
Shifts to be confirmed (including one day per week for training/study time) Lunch break length: 1 hour (unpaid) Start Time: 8.00am Finish Time: 4.30pm
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Wednesday, 9th July 2025
Start Date
Friday, 1st August 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Written and verbal skills

Qualifications

  • Maths and English GCSE, grade 4 or Functional Skills L2 (Essential)

About the Employer

The Abbey School Reading
An independent day school for girls in Reading, Berkshire, The Abbey has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and innovation in education. The school is committed to providing a supportive and forward-thinking environment for both students and staff.
Company
The Abbey School Reading
Location
17 Kendrick Road, Reading, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
Posted
Company
The Abbey School Reading
Location
17 Kendrick Road, Reading, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
Posted