Apprentice ICT Technician

Wade Deacon Trust is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice ICT Technician to support our busy ICT team at Wade Deacon High School. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for technology who is ready to learn, develop new skills and gain hands-on experience in a real school environment. 

Role

As an Apprentice ICT Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting staff and students with day-to-day IT needs.

You will learn how to:

  • Maintain hardware
  • Troubleshoot technical issues
  • Build and set up new devices
  • Manage user accounts
  • Help keep our network running smoothly

You will be working across a variety of systems, equipment and software while developing valuable customer service and problem-solving skills.

You will also contribute to our Commitment to Excellence. 

Training

Information Communications Technician (Level 3) - Support Technician.

Fortnightly attendance at Riverside College, Widnes. 

For the successful candidate, there may be opportunities to apply for roles within the school if these arise.

Apprenticeship Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Training Provider
RIVERSIDE COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. Times to be confirmed.
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Thursday, 16th April 2026
Start Date
Friday, 1st May 2026

Desired Skills

  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Desire to grow and learn
  • Eager to learn
  • Ready to contribute

Qualifications

  • 4 GCSE's including Maths and English GCSE, grade 9-4 (A-C) (Essential)

About the Employer

WADE DEACON TRUST
Wade Deacon High School is friendly, dynamic and innovative. Our latest OFSTED report from November 2022 described us as an 'Outstanding School' in all areas, praising the school for providing pupils with a 'first-rate education' and an 'aspirational curriculum', describing pupils as 'extremely happy' and their behaviour as 'exemplary'. We pride ourselves on the quality and diverity of our curriculum, including our personal development and extracurricular provision which not only enable our students to enjoy their learning but also allows them to be able to meet the many challenges that they will face in the future, understanding the wider world and their place within it. Above all else, we are a school that believes that every student, regardless of their context or starting point, can and should achieve their full potential.

Job Details

Company
WADE DEACON TRUST
Location
C/O Wade Deacon High School Birchfield Road, Widnes, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,392 to £24,454.04 a year
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