IT Technician Apprentice VOCOSA LTD

We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Technician to help maintain, support and enhance the IT solutions we supply our customers. You will need to have access to your own vehicle with a UK Driver's Licence as you will be travelling to different schools in Reading. You should be able to work independently and be flexible to changing deadlines.

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

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Closing date: 03 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,000.00

  • Working week

    8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    16 Months

  • Possible start date

    17 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000133198

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Reliability and adaptability are vital for this dynamic role together with exceptional interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. 

This is a chance to gain experience within an organisation where individuals thrive on change and to work within an innovative and growing SME.

Duties:

  • You will need to provide high quality support to our users
  • Ensure that our systems are properly administered
  • Develop existing infrastructure and processes

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

Why choose our Cloud Network Specialist apprenticeship? 

QA’s Cloud Network Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship provides a solid foundation in installing network cabling and hardware. A Cloud Network Specialist’s role is both desk-based and involves visits to clients' premises to resolve issues. Apart from installing network cabling and hardware, they may also be required to assist in the deployment and management of cloud-based services. 

QA’s Cloud Network Specialist Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

  • Follow a cloud-first curriculum, covering on-premises and cloud-enabled networking
  • Learn about core networking principles, including network addressing, cloud, virtualisation, and security
  • Understand the principles, hardware, protocols, and services that form part of on-premises , cloud and hybrid network architectures
  • Train with QA - the largest and leading provider for both Microsoft and AWS training
  • Learn technical content that aligns to, and is relevant to, employers and the market
  • Learn about DevOps methodologies and the fundamentals of databases and data migration

Tools and technologies learned: Learners will learn to use Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

92% of QA Apprentices secure full-time employment after finishing their apprenticeship. 

Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Strong work ethic, Motivated, Ability to think ahead

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent any subject -- x3 (Grade 4+ (A-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3+ (D or above)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3+ (D or above)) Essential

About the employer

Vocosa IT offers a wide range of services that include the installation and maintenance of IT, AV and CCTV solutions in a variety of settings including private business and education. Vocosa offers support across England and Wales and provides 1st, 2nd & 3rd frontline IT support for users across all systems.

Employer

VOCOSA LTD

Address

Reading

RG1 8BW

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Training

Training provider

QA LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Information communications technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 03 Apr 2023