IT Apprenticeship

Summary

Are you ready to launch your career in IT with a company that blends innovation, hands-on experience, and real social impact? At Ark Technology, they're more than just an IT provider - they're a values-driven business that empowers schools, charities, and community organisations with technology that makes a difference.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Information communications technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 7 July 2025

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Providing technical support to users via phone, email, and remote tools like ISL
Managing user accounts, resetting passwords, and configuring MFA in Microsoft 365
Installing, updating, and troubleshooting software on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Monitoring systems using tools like N-Able and NinjaOne and ensuring SLAs are met
Setting up and maintaining hardware including networks, VoIP systems, and end-user devices
Conducting regular patching and software updates using Intune and Jamf School
Supporting LAN, VPN, and broadband setups, and working with devices from Unifi, TP-Link Omada, and Draytek
Writing and using PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and support system configurations
Documenting tasks and updates in the ticketing system and communicating progress via Teams and 3CX

Where you'll work

10 LARCH AVENUE
WIGAN
WN5 9PB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BALTIC TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED

Your training course

Information communications technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Interpret and prioritise internal or external customer's requirements in line with organisation's policy
Apply the appropriate tools and techniques to undertake fault finding and rectification
apply Continuous Professional Development to support necessary business output and technical developments
Operate safely and securely across platforms and responsibilities maintaining the security of personal data of internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with all levels of stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress and managing escalation where appropriate
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and other relevant stakeholders
Manage and prioritise the allocated workload effectively making best use of time and resources
Complete documentation relevant to the task and escalate where appropriate
Install or undertake basic software upgrades,either physically or remotely
Establish and diagnose the extent of the IT support task, in line with the organisation's policies and Service Level Agreements
Provide remote/F2F support to resolve customer requirements
Maintain a safe working environment for own personal safety and others in line with Health & Safety appropriate to the task
Identify and scope the best solution informed by the system data associated with the task
Test and evaluate the system's performance and compliance with customer requirements.
Escalate non routine problems in line with procedures
Use basic scripting to execute the relevant tasks for example PowerShell, Linux
Carry out routine maintenance across systems, (such as IT, Communications), ensuring organisational compliance at all times
Apply the necessary security, in line with access and/or encryption requirements
Use a range of Cabling or Connectors equipment in line with technical requirements for example physically or remotely
Test and evaluate network environments
Monitor performance and usage of a network
Deploy applications on a network
Set up storage and data access for staff
Apply necessary security measures, in line with access requirements to a network
Carry out routine maintenance across network systems, ensuring organisational compliance
Monitor network-related workloads including DNS and firewalls
Install or undertake basic upgrades, either physically or remotely
Establish digital communication or telecommunications systems through, for example cabling and connecting equipment.
Identify a range of tools and or diagnostic equipment, for example, Hardware or Software components, to resolve Communications or Telecommunications requirements.
Undertake basic telecommunications activities, in response to an allocated task, designated responsibilities, instructions or customer’s requirements.
Use information necessary to identify operational issues and rectify or escalate accordingly in line with policy
Interpret and prioritise internal or external customer's requirements in line with organisation's policy
Apply the appropriate tools and techniques to undertake fault finding and rectification
apply Continuous Professional Development to support necessary business output and technical developments
Operate safely and securely across platforms and responsibilities maintaining the security of personal data of internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with all levels of stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress and managing escalation where appropriate
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and other relevant stakeholders
Manage and prioritise the allocated workload effectively making best use of time and resources
Complete documentation relevant to the task and escalate where appropriate
Install or undertake basic software upgrades,either physically or remotely
Establish and diagnose the extent of the IT support task, in line with the organisation's policies and Service Level Agreements
Provide remote/F2F support to resolve customer requirements
Maintain a safe working environment for own personal safety and others in line with Health & Safety appropriate to the task

Your training plan

Information Communications Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 5/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Team working

About this company

At Ark Technology, they're more than just an IT provider — they're a values-driven business that empowers schools, charities, and community organisations with technology that makes a difference. Based in Wigan, they offer IT support, cloud services, device management, and security solutions to clients across the North West. With a strong reputation for integrity, technical excellence, and putting people first, Ark Technology is the perfect place to start your journey in IT.

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After this apprenticeship

Possible full-time position with the business

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