IT Consultant Apprentice

Introduction

You will provide general and routine ICT support to staff and pupils within the school, e.g., basic IT diagnosis and fix, undertaking routine maintenance of resources and equipment, support of common software packages used in the school and other general tasks as appropriate under the supervision/instruction of senior staff.

About the Employer

Turn IT On provides a comprehensive range of hands-on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and consultancy and training to more than 1,000 schools, by consultants and staff who understand teaching. Over half of our consultants have worked in education and we now employ in excess of 160 people across London and the Southeast. We put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technology needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning. As an inclusive employer, we are proud of the diversity and flexibility that we have, and the breadth of skills and experience of our staff. Turn IT On is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected.

What You'll Do

• Customer service: Work with the Line Manager or Network manager to ensure that the schools are getting the best level of service. Requesting, follow-up and closing quotes with adequate description and detail
• Technical responsibilities: Learn to maintain an up-to-date and accurate database of school hardware and software. Learn and demonstrate the necessary skills and behaviours to securely operate across all platforms and areas of responsibility in line with organisational guidance and legislation
• Quality management: Ensure all written (emails) and verbal communication is of the highest level to both internal and external customers. Ensure any non-conformances are reported (for any mistakes or complaints etc.)
• General: Attend apprentices training workshops and complete coursework in a timely manner in accordance with the relevant apprenticeship guidelines. Ensure excellent communication with schools, manager, and other team members 

Training Outcome

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.

Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programmes offer ongoing development tracks.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - 3 of any subject - 4+ (A* - C)
• Essential - GCSE - Maths & English - 3+ (D or above)

Course Information

Course: Information communications technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Digital

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, between 8.00am - 4:30pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 5 Months

Training Provider: QA LIMITED