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IT Apprenticeship CLEAR THINKING IT LIMITED

This is an ideal position for a proactive self-learner looking for an IT company that will actively support their apprenticeship training. The right candidate will join a Service Desk team that delivers IT Support to a high standard, always ready to go above and beyond for Clear Thinking's valued customers.

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Closing date: 06 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,379.50

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    23 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000125386

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Attend internal and external training at college - 1 day a week college release
  • Complete and deliver internal and external training on time and to a high standard
  • Gain a clear understanding of the Clear Thinking customer base
  • Proactively answer the service desk phone within 3 rings
  • Create and log Service Desk tickets accurately and within Service Level Agreements (SLA's)
  • Provide end-user, desktop IT support to diagnose and resolve technical issues
  • Involved with the hardware building process
  • Build a positive working relationship with the business and customers
  • Apply logical trouble shooting within your technical ability
  • Support users on both hardware and software applications
  • Follow the escalation process for issues above your technical knowledge
  • Provide clear and accurate communication of information internally to the team and externally to customers
  • Expand your technical knowledge through self-advancing
  • Shadow senior team members to enhance technical knowledge
  • Report to Service Desk Manager and Company Directors

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

IT Solutions Technician Apprenticeship, to include:

  • Level 3 IT Solutions Technician
  • Functional Skills (as required)
  • PLTS

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

If the apprentice is successful on their apprenticeship, there is a potential opportunity for a full-time position. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Take ownership, Good Time Management, Trustworthy

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Company Benefits Include: Excellent career opportunities. Wellness promoting company - Office Gym, Cycle to work scheme and free eye tests. Recreational activities and team lunches.

About the employer

Clear Thinking Solutions was established in 2009, we have the drive and know-how to deliver clear communication and IT solutions that will transform your business, helping it to move forward more productively, securely and compliantly. Our team’s focus is on preventative solutions that resolve high-level business challenges proactively. In short, we fully support our customers to grow and achieve their business goals.

Employer

CLEAR THINKING IT LIMITED

Address

Unit 7a

Radford Crescent

Billericay

CM12 0DU

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Training

Training provider

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact

Leon Black

Leon.Black@essex.gov.uk

Apprenticeship standard

IT solutions technician

Level 3 (A level)

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