IT Support Modern Apprentice

Scottish Apprenticeships; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector offers a 1-year IT apprenticeship for individuals eager to start their career in IT. Successful candidates will provide 1st line support, gaining valuable experience and working towards recognized qualifications. This role combines technical learning with customer service, ideal for those enthusiastic about technology and helping others.

Benefits

Access to company pension scheme

Industry leading discounts on new and used cars

Unlimited mental health support

24/7 remote GP access

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Interest in IT and customer service.
• No prior experience necessary; ideal for entry-level candidates.
• Must demonstrate ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line IT support for users.
• Answer and log IT support calls.
• Assist in the configuration and installation of IT hardware.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

Cisco Meraki

Job description

Job Overview

Job purpose

Do you have a keen interest in good customer service and want to start your career in IT?

Park's Motor Group is a private family-owned business which takes great pride in being Scotland's leading independent motor group. Our dealerships cover a diverse range of manufacturers and we have an impressive range of vehicles and services. There is simply no comparison to Park's Motor Group in the Scottish motoring industry!

Overview

As an apprentice you will be a member of the technical IT team and help with 1st line IT support for customers as well as learning about the products and services Park’s Motor Group provide. It is a busy role that will require attention to detail but is important to the success of the whole team. The existing IT team will also be available to provide you with support and guidance as you learn your role and become more confident.

This will be a 1-year apprenticeship where the successful applicant will work towards a diploma with QA, receiving support and mentoring throughout the placement.

Salary: £16,000 - £18,000 per annum.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm or 9am – 6pm. After successful completion of the apprenticeship, the shift rotation will include 7am – 4pm and an infrequent Saturday 8am – 12pm.

Benefits

For you:

• Access to the company pension scheme.
• Colleague introductory scheme.
• Industry leading discounts on purchases on new and used cars.
• Death in service benefit.
  
  

For You And Your Family

• Discounted servicing.
• Subsidised car purchase scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• 24/7 remote GP.
• Medical second opinions.
• Unlimited mental health support.
• Physiotherapy help and advice..
• Savings and discounts on shopping
  
  

Future Prospects

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

• Answer and log IT support calls from users.
• Provide 1st line support to our users.
• Provide excellent customer service both verbal and written to end users.
• Keep users up to date on progress of their calls.
• Problem solve issues based on the information you have been given.
• Resolve IT queries efficiently, accurately and record information.
• Involvement in configuration and installation of IT hardware (desktops, laptops, printers, switches etc.)
• Work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.
  
  

You Will Work With a Range Of Technologies Including

• On-premises Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.
• Security platforms such as CrowdStrike and Arctic Wolf.
• Netskope, NinjaOne, and Cisco Meraki.
  
  

Important Information

This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support.

Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role.

On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 6.

If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW!

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