IT Apprentice

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Rushden; Hybrid; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Healthcare benefits (eye tests & flu v

Job summary

Meridian Trust is offering an IT Apprentice position across its Northamptonshire academy sites. You will join the IT team to provide 1st line support to staff and students, learn from experienced colleagues, and develop IT skills within a nationally recognised apprenticeship program.

This full-time role requires GCSE English and Maths, an IT-related subject, and a driving license for travel between sites. You will work 37 hours per week, at £8 per hour, within the Meridian Trust Apprenticeship

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent required.
• An IT-based subject, or IT at A-Level preferred.
• Driving licence to travel between sites is desirable.
• Knowledge of PC hardware and Microsoft Windows.
• Working knowledge of a range of software packages.
• A passion for IT and helping users.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1st line IT support to staff and students at academy sites.
• Learn from IT colleagues and develop IT skills through the apprenticeship.
• Help ensure smooth operation of computer equipment and respond to urgent issues.
• Receive training from the apprenticeship provider and complete coursework.

Skills

IT knowledge

PC hardware

Windows OS

Customer support

Education

GCSE English and Maths

IT-related subject at A-Level

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Software packages

Job description

VACANCY FOR IT APPRENTICE

(The vacancy will cover schools within the North of Northamptonshire)

Driving License will be desirable for travel arrangements

Salary: Meridian Trust Apprenticeship Scale - APP1 - £8ph

Hours of work: 37 Hours a week, 52 weeks per year

We have an exciting opportunity within our growing IT team for an IT Apprentice!

Working as part of a dedicated team within a group of our Academy sites. You will learn from your IT colleagues to develop your IT skills in an accredited apprenticeship program. You will be primarily working with 1st line IT support issues within your group of academies. You will be working within the core IT team providing services to schools within the Northamptonshire area.

The Opportunity

Learn from your IT colleagues and developing your IT skills in line with your apprenticeship program.

To gain a nationally recognised qualification in IT

To gain valuable skills and experience in a workplace environment

Provide 1st line IT support to staff & students at your group of academy sites.

Help to ensure the smooth running of all computer equipment within the Trust and responding to urgent IT issues.

Receive training from your apprenticeship provider, undertake apprenticeship coursework and other work required by your apprenticeship provider.

The ideal candidate

Good educational background including GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.

An IT based subject, or an IT related subject at A-Level

Driving License to travel between sites

Knowledge of PC hardware & Microsoft windows

Working knowledge of a range of software packages.

A passion for IT and supporting users

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in

Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)

Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources

Cycle to work scheme

Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme

Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations

Free on-site parking

Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.