Level 3 ICT Apprenticeship

Level 3 Information Communication Technician

Job Title: IT Support Apprentice

Company: Norwood

Full Address: Broadway House,80-82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB

Weekly Hours Worked: 35 hours 

Salary: £20,000

How to apply: Our apprenticeship provider, BPP is managing the application process for this role, so to apply please do so via: https://uk.indeed.com/job/it-support-apprentice-norwood-d8484bea38a00ef5

About Norwood:

Norwood is a large charity supporting vulnerable adults, children, and their families. Norwood operates care homes and family centres across London and a site in Berkshire. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.

About the role:

The role of the IT Support Apprentice will involve working as part of an internal IT team, providing 1st line remote and on-site support to the services across London and Berkshire.

This is a hands-on role offering valuable experience in IT support, networking and infrastructure, alongside structured learning and development. The position will be responsible for resolving day-to-day IT issues, as well as maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting a range of software and equipment across our network. As a successful IT Apprentice, you will have good communication skills and a desire to provide outstanding service to Norwood’s client base. You will have to develop expertise to provide rapid solutions and work flexibly in resolving and further investigating possible issues and escalating where necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

As an IT Support Apprentice your main roles and responsibilities will include: 

• Provide first-line IT support to users, resolving basic hardware, software, and network issues.
• Support user account management tasks such as password resets and access permissions.
• Maintain accurate records of IT equipment and assist with inventory tracking.
• Contribute to IT documentation, including user guides and support procedures.
• Liaise internally and externally with technical support companies and suppliers, working alongside the IT Manager and 2nd Line IT Support Engineer, which will involve the following tasks:
• Use the Helpdesk ticket logging system to facilitate Desktop/Remote Support.
• Liaise with Support Companies to get issues fixed.
• Configure, install and support any client hardware and software.
• Configure, install and support mobile devices and internal phone systems.
• Assist with new user desk setups, desk moves and associated cabling.
• Process new and leavers’ accounts.
• Set up and install printers.

Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grace 4/C or above)
• Familiarity with basic networking concepts or computer hardware
• Any relevant coursework, personal projects, or certifications

Skills Required:

• A keen interest in IT and emerging technology
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities
• Good understanding of Windows OS and Microsoft Office applications

Personal Qualities:

• Comfortable driving to multiple locations out of London for weekly site visits.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment with a collaborative mindset and willingness to assist others.
• Good Teamwork and Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Well-disciplined and able to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with good documentation skills.
• Reliable and punctual, with a professional attitude.
• Problem-solving mindset with a logical and analytical approach.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Trustworthy and discreet, understanding the importance of data security and confidentiality.

Training to be provided:

Firebrand apprenticeship programmes, part of BPP are delivered with a blend of virtual and face to face training by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they’ve purposefully built programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills developed can be directly applied in the workplace.

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

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 Information Communications Technician, with training in how to:

• Efficiently operate and control your ICT infrastructure – physical or virtual hardware, software, network services and data storage.
• Use infrastructure management tools to automate the provisioning, testing, deployment and monitoring of infrastructure components.
• Prioritise systems support tasks and monitor and maintaining system performance.
• Maintain regulatory, legal and professional standards.
• Support the information systems needs for your business.

Future Prospects:

A permanent role may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, based on performance and business requirements. There may also be an opportunity to study a higher level apprenticeship depending on the career route you wish to take, relevant to Norwood.

How to apply:

Please apply via https://uk.indeed.com/job/it-support-apprentice-norwood-d8484bea38a00ef5 where a colleague from the Apprenticeship provider will be in touch directly.

Contact Information:

For more information, please contact our Apprenticeship provider BPP on 0113 3500 333 or via email at SeanHove@bpp.com

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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