IT Technician Apprentice

Velocity Academy have an exciting new opportunity for a IT Support Technician with Ashford School, based in Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to get themselves into IT and kickstart a career.

Role

To support the learning and teaching in the school by ensuring our ICT systems are effective and efficiently maintained. To help develop our use of ICT for teaching and learning and administration and to provide training to adult users.

You will be responsible for providing technical support to ICT systems including desktops, tablets and servers operating on both Windows and MAC OSX. You will be required to carry out maintenance, calibration and setup of the classroom whiteboards and provide basic training to staff in the use of ICT systems and software. You are also responsible for assisting in the development and administration of the school’s digital tools and supporting staff in its use.

Your duties and responsibilities in this role will consist of:

·        To provide 1st and 2nd line support of desktops/servers and peripherals across all campuses of Ashford School

·        To provide basic training and technical support to Ashford School staff

·        To maintain and develop complex ICT systems for the school as instructed by the ICT manager using the established procedures, working on any of the school’s sites.

·        To keep the ICT service desk up to date on the progress of all tasks

·        To ensure all classrooms are fully functional and where necessary advise the ICT Manager of any issues requiring additional action

·        To set up and check presentation equipment for functions and assemblies

·        To assist staff in the basic use of the school’s digital tools

·        To document/check and log the key backup and anti-virus information each day to the required level and any other SOPs required

·        Have a key role in the administration and setting up of student devices and accounts when we onboard new pupils.

Training

Training to be provided:

Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 IT Support Technician qualification, with training in how to:

·        Install and configure relevant software and hardware as appropriate for example: mobile apps, printers, projectors, scanners and cameras.

·        Address IT issues by prioritizing in response to customer service level agreements.

·        Administer security access requirements and permissions for stakeholders escalating as necessary for example password resets.

·        Support the roll out of upgrades or new systems or applications.

For a full list of programme modules visit: https://velocity-pt.co.uk/

The role offers long term security and the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.

Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
VELOCITY 1st LIMITED
Working Week
8:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday
Expected Duration
15 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 24th May 2024
Start Date
Monday, 27th May 2024

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

  • 5 GCSE's including English & Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent (Essential)

About the Employer

United Learning
Ashford School has a well-developed network, and every classroom has an interactive flat panel display with an internet connection and large numbers of PCs. Pupils are provided with a school device to support them with their education and also often bring their own devices to school which can be used on our wireless network and will need supported. ICT is used extensively for teaching, learning and administration and our systems are evolving constantly and require skilled maintenance.
Company
United Learning
Location
East Hill, Ashford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£17,500.00
Posted
Company
United Learning
Location
East Hill, Ashford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£17,500.00
Posted