Network Engineer Degree Apprentice
Apprentices will undertake the Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Staffordshire. Apprentices will complete launch weeks at our Stoke Campus for 1 week per semester. On completion of the programme, apprentices will achieve a BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions
Role
Working within the Network & Infrastructure Team and reporting to the Network & Infrastructure Manager, the role of the Network Engineer Apprentice will be to perform the following:
- Use network management systems software and appropriate analysis equipment to collect routine network load statistics, model performance, and create reports as required.
- Carry out routine configuration/installation/ reconfiguration and updates of hardware and software. Removal of hardware and/or software. Use supplied installation/ decommission instructions and tools, following agreed standards.
- Report details of all hardware/software items that have been installed and removed so that configuration management records can be updated.
- Using standard procedures and tools, carry out defined tasks associated with the planning, installation, upgrade, operation, control and maintenance of local and wide area networks.
- Carry out routine network-related configuration, reconfiguration, updates and BAU processes within Azure Cloud and Azure Local environments.
- Investigate, diagnose, and resolve network problems, including Cloud and on-premises server environments, escalating when required and documenting results.
- Assist with vulnerability remediations and protection of assets from cybersecurity threats.
- Provide first-line technical and user support. Maintain accurate records of user requests, updates, and outcomes via the service management system.
- Contribute to the development of installation and recovery procedures and standards.
Training
This role offers long-term opportunities to progress to a permanent position upon completion of the apprenticeship.
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have the qualifications and practical experience required to apply for roles in the field of Network Engineering.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
- Training Provider
- UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
- Working Week
- Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 5:00 pm Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years 6 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Sunday, 14th June 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 7th September 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Highly Motivated
- Enthusiastic
- Willing to learn
- Excellent attention to detail
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)