IT Engineer Apprentice

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking an IT Engineer Apprentice to join their central team in Manchester. This apprentice role involves providing technical support across various academies, collaborating with staff and parents to enhance student well-being, and receiving full training to complete a Level 3 qualification in IT Engineering. Great opportunities for career progression are provided upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Good holidays (26 days plus bank holidays)

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Credit Union

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid in every school

Blue Light Card discounts

bYond cashback card

Qualifications

• Ability to provide technical support across multiple academies.
• Willingness to collaborate with staff and parents to support student well-being.
• Experience with network installation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical IT support across Trust Academies.
• Support installation and maintenance of the Trust-wide network.
• Contribute to the IT Services Team's development across all schools.

Skills

Technical IT support

Team collaboration

Networking knowledge

Education

Level 3 in IT Engineering

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for IT Engineer Apprentice to join our fantastic central team at Prospere Learning Trust.

This is a Grade 2 fixed‑term post for 18 months, working 35 hours per week, all year round. The current starting salary is £24,796. The post holder will progress to Grade 3 after completing one year of service, provided good progress was demonstrated on the apprenticeship.

Working across the schools is an integral part of this role and therefore the ability to travel between the schools with ease is essential.

What will you be doing as an apprentice?

As an IT engineer Apprentice you will work under the direction of our Senior IT Engineer and provide a wide range of duties:

• To provide specialist technical IT support across Trust Academies, including the development and maintenance of infrastructure/resources and to provide general support to staff and pupils.
• To work collaboratively with all staff and parents/carers to support student well‑being and promote the values of the Trust and each school.
• Under the direction of the Head of IT Services support the installation, maintenance, availability and security of the Trust‑wide network, hardware, and software.
• To make a key contribution to the development of and support provided by the IT Services Team across all schools through the provision and delivery of a highly effective service.

Training and Qualification

Full training will be provided for this role and within the first 18 months you will complete a Level 3 in IT Engineering to support you in learning to undertake your IT apprentice role.

Training sessions with the Trust and the Apprenticeship provider will be based at our Central Teams Office located in Wythenshawe. Your course will include online learning, onsite assessment at work, tutorials and training activities within your role and the completion of a portfolio for assessment. You will be assigned a work‑based tutor who will guide and support you to acquire and develop the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Career Progression

We offer excellent opportunities for progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. At the end of the Fixed‑Term Appointment and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there would be the opportunity to be appointed to a permanent post as an IT Engineer. As a Trust employee you will receive an effective induction into the team and will be supported by a mentor to complete an Apprenticeship. You will support the vision, values and objectives of the Trust and demonstrate a collaborative, team‑working approach to school and Trust improvement.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits, including:

Benefits

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash‑back allowance for a range of everyday health‑care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays for teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non‑teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years’ service
• Cyclescheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options – we are happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones etc.
• bYond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

About Prospere Learning Trust

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: Prospere Learning Trust is a high‑performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester. We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

Core Values

• Inclusion – we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Comprehensive education – we welcome all people from our local community.
• Excellence – high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.
• Expertise – great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.
• Collaboration – we believe we are stronger together.
• Reflection – we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self‑disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self‑disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Contact Information

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or [e-mail].