IT Modern Apprentice

Clark Contracts Ltd; Paisley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured Modern Apprenticeship

On-the-job training & mentoring

Industry-recognised qualifications

Job summary

Clark Contracts Ltd in Paisley is recruiting an IT Modern Apprentice to begin a career in IT. You will work within the IT team, gaining hands-on experience and training to develop technical knowledge and practical skills.

This role offers on-the-job training, mentoring from IT professionals, and opportunities to gain industry-recognised qualifications within a structured Modern Apprenticeship programme. Salary is competitive with benefits, based at our Head Office in Paisley.

Qualifications

• Interest in IT and technology with a desire to build a career in the industry.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A full driving licence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing first-line IT support to colleagues across the business.
• Assisting with the setup and maintenance of laptops, mobile devices and printers.
• Supporting Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams and Office.
• Helping to troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues.
• Assisting with user account administration and password resets.
• Supporting remote users and site-based staff with IT-related queries.
• Assisting with the maintenance of our IT equipment and systems.
• Learning about cyber security best practices and helping to maintain a secure IT environment.
• Providing excellent customer service when dealing with IT support requests.

Skills

Interest in IT

Communication

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Education

National 5s / Highers or equivalent

Job description

Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions; Construction, Fit Out, Small Works, Housing and Maintenance. We employ over 280 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

We are looking to recruit an IT Modern Apprentice to join our team based at our Head Office in Paisley.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual looking to start a career in IT. Working as part of our IT team, you will gain hands‑on experience while receiving support and training to develop your technical knowledge and skills.

Duties will include:

• Providing first-line IT support to colleagues across the business
• Assisting with the setup and maintenance of laptops, mobile devices and printers
• Supporting Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams and Office
• Helping to troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues
• Assisting with user account administration and password resets
• Supporting remote users and site-based staff with IT-related queries
• Assisting with the maintenance of our IT equipment and systems
• Learning about cyber security best practices and helping to maintain a secure IT environment
• Providing excellent customer service when dealing with IT support requests

What We're Looking For

• An interest in IT and technology with a desire to build a career in the industry
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A full driving licence would be advantageous, although not essential

Desirable

• National 5s, Highers or equivalent qualifications
• Any previous experience of working with computers, networks or technology through school, college, hobbies or work experience

What We Offer

• A structured Modern Apprenticeship programme
• On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced IT professionals
• Opportunities to gain industry-recognised qualifications
• A supportive working environment with excellent career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a full-time, permanent position and will be based at our Head Office in Paisley.

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