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IT systems & network support Apprentice Pioneer Secondary Academy

Great opportunity to work as part of a dynamic IT team in a local school. Wide scope for learning and hands on experience in all aspects of IT ranging from Virtual Infrastructure, server and end point support.

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

  • Working week

    Mon – Fri 8 am-4 pm ( inc 30 min lunch ) 7.5 hours per day – 30 hours per week

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    29 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000063086

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Pioneer Secondary Academy is looking for a keen and enthusiastic individual who would like to begin an exciting career in IT.

A great environment for an individual to grow their knowledge and experience through a very hands-on approach.  Full mentoring along with access to industry grade training will be provided.

Duties to include:

  • General first line support. Printer/copier hardware. Escalating, liaising with external companies as required
  • Install and maintain computer hardware, clients, laptops, audio/visual equipment and peripherals
  • AD and Google Classrooms administration
  • Problem solving and manage workflow

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship Level 3

Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths if required

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once the Apprenticeship is complete, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be fully integrated into the organisation and help it to continue growing.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Windows 10 operating system, Microsoft Office, Email system, Network cabling - desirable, IT security - desirable, Hardware repair - desirable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent) Desired
Other IT (Grade Level 2 minimum) Essential

Things to consider

There may be occasional travel between sites to nearby Khalsa Primary Academy. Which is primary school under the same Trust as Pioneer Secondary Academy. Occasional out of hours work may be required. Additional access to Industry technical courses will be provided by the school. Along with guidance on what the school would like them to study. An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out, as this is an educational establishment.

About the employer

Pioneer Secondary Academy (PSA) is a new school which opened on 1st May 2022 by the Sikh Academies Trust (SAT). It is a Sikh faith school based in Stoke Poges, South Bucks. Number of pupils on roll: 539.

Employer

Pioneer Secondary Academy

Address

Hollybush Hill

Stoke Poges

Slough

SL2 4QB

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Training

Training provider

THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Contact

Shoib Awan

shoib.awan@windsor-forest.ac.uk

01753 392140

Apprenticeship standard

Information communications technician

Level 3 (A level)

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