IT Support Apprentice

Summary

Are you passionate about technology and eager to launch your career in IT? Do you love solving tech problems and helping others? If so, this Apprentice IT Support Technician role is the perfect opportunity for you! You’ll get the chance to develop real world IT skills, troubleshoot hardware all while earning and learning!

Wage

£14,725 a year

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Training course

Information communications technician (level 3)

Hours

8 am-5 pm pm Monday-Friday

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 30 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

2

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

I.T. Apprenticeship Role with ECC June 2025 As an IT Apprentice, you’ll be working closely with our First, Second and Third Line technicians as they support our existing and new customers’ IT requirements. You’ll have a keen interest in IT and must be able to work as part of a busy support team. Working closely with other departments you will need to build relationships with both internal and external customers. We work to strict SLAs with our customers and you’ll be responsible, after training, for the quality of information logged into our ticketing system – you will be expected to accurately log support tickets in a timely manner. We expect you to be self-motivated, efficient and well-organised with a keen eye for detail. You’ll be IT-literate with skills in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular, Outlook, Word, Excel and recent versions of Windows. Skills in Office 365 as well as hardware building are definitely a bonus.

Specific duties will include (but aren’t limited to):

The timely and accurate logging of customer issues into the Call Management system, from both phone calls and incoming emails
Using the formal call logging system in place, and be responsible for the quality of the information recorded – to be able to produce clear descriptions relating to user problems that ensure timely and efficient solutions
Resolving the initial query to the best of your ability if you don’t need to escalate. recognising when a call is urgent and escalate accordingly, Carrying out configuration and testing of new kit prior to install at customer site
The ability to work as part of a team, whilst remaining self-motivated in managing your own workload; the ability to demonstrate an excellent customer service focus when dealing with clients

We’re looking for you to develop the role so that, in time, you become the first point of contact for all incoming issues to the Help Desk – freeing up the First and Second Line technicians to concentrate on the resolution of issues to meet our agreed SLAs. Ultimately we’ll work to promote you through the ranks of 1 st , 2 nd and third line support! Our customers are supported from 8:30am – 6:00pm Monday – Friday [excluding Bank Holidays] and you will work a 37½ hour week around these hours. You may be asked to work the occasional weekend to support customer migrations; this will be supervised and time given back in lieu. In addition, you’ll be expected take part in the Technical Support meetings which take place one morning each week.You’ll need to be educated to at least GCE Grade A-C level in both English and maths.

Where you'll work

42 Ravenshurst Avenue
London
NW4 4EG

Training

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

College or training organisation

LEARNING FOR FUTURES LTD

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

Your training plan:

All training will be delivered online by Wise Origin, offering flexible, expert-led instruction with interactive sessions and digital resources. This ensures apprentices can develop their skills while balancing work commitments

More training information:

Wise Origin is a national training provider which was established in 2006
We deliver further education and provide employment opportunities through our Apprenticeship Programmes and other funded provisions
We specialise in Digital, IT & Data Apprenticeships and our aim is to help businesses and individuals make wise decisions for better futures
Throughout the program, you will receive dedicated support from your tutor to ensure your success
Upon completing your apprenticeship, you will be awarded the Level 3 Information Communication Technician Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths & English (grade 4-9)

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

Other requirements

Wise Origin is a national training provider which was established in 2006. We deliver further education and provide employment opportunities through our Apprenticeship Programmes and other funded provisions. We specialise in IT, Digital & Data Apprenticeships and our aim is to help businesses and individuals make wise decisions for better futures.

About this company

Learning for Futures Ltd (trading as Wise Origin) is a national training provider, proudly rated Ofsted Grade 2. Since 2006, we have specialised in delivering high-quality apprenticeship training across diverse sectors, with a strong focus on IT and Digital. Our mission is to provide nationally recognised apprenticeship programs that drive positive outcomes and qualifications. We are committed to maintaining exceptional standards of training and fostering an inclusive learning environment that empowers individuals and supports employer success.

After this apprenticeship

Ongoing career development and progression opportunities upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

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