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IT Support Apprentice ZEISS Group

f you’re keen to become an IT Support Technician, you’re in luck! ZEISS are on the hunt for their next apprentice. ZEISS Group is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronic. You will work alongside the IT director who has successfully guided multiple apprentices in the past!

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 06 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,000.00

    After a successful probation period, this will increase to £14,000, then every 6 months there will be a pay rise depending on performance. There is also an opportunity for overtime paid at time and half.

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    19 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000124555

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Provide Software, Hardware and Network support to remote and local colleagues
  • Logging of support calls using the ZEISS helpdesk system
  • Installing Software
  • Liaising with internal and external support organisations
  • Support the Senior Support Analyst with IT infrastructure

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

Channel your passion for technology, unlock your potential, and learn to keep IT systems and end-users happy with this Level 3 apprenticeship programme.

You'll get hands-on experience in all areas of technical support, from configuring devices to supporting with software, optimising performance, and setting up virtual environments. 

With our exciting curriculum and one-to-one support, you'll accelerate your skills and get the qualification and confidence you need to thrive in IT.

Learn by doing with our technical training. You’ll put theory into practice with hands-on activities in six 2-day SMART Classroom sessions. Unlike traditional education, our apprenticeship training doesn’t simply teach for the test. Our exam-free programme and

  • Course 1: Supporting it architecture
  • Course 2: Working with end-user devices
  • Course 3: Working with network architecture

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • There is the opportunity to progress onto a level 4 apprenticeship or a full-time role if you are successful in your apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Essential

About the employer

ZEISS Group is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronic. You will work alongside the IT director who has successfully guided multiple apprentices in the past! Within this role, you could travel out to different offices on occasion, complete extra Microsoft accredited courses and there is also the opportunity to progress onto a level 4 apprenticeship or a full-time role if you are successful in your apprenticeship.

Employer

ZEISS Group

Address

1030 Cambourne Business Park, Cambourne

Cambridge

CB23 6DW

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Training

Training provider

BALTIC TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED

Contact

Millie Stokle

millie.stokle@balticapprenticeships.com

01325 808 755

Apprenticeship standard

Information communications technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply for this role, please use the above link which will re-direct you to the Baltic Apprenticeships website.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 Feb 2023