Apprenticeship - Information Technology Support Associate level 3
Cummins Ltd
Darlington (DL1 4BS)
Closes on Wednesday 30 September 2026
Posted on 25 August 2026
Contents
Summary
The IT Apprentice role is a developmental position within the Darlington IT department. The working hours are Monday to Friday, with flexibility to suit business needs. On completion of this apprenticeship, Level 3- Information’s Communications Technician qualification.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Information communications technician (level 3)
- Hours
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The working hours are Monday to Friday, with flexibility to suit business needs.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 5 October 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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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
We are looking for an enthusiastic IT Apprentice to join our team specializing in Information Technology for Engine Business Segment in Darlington, UK. You’ll be based at our Darlington Engine Plant (DEP), a vibrant, large-scale manufacturing campus that’s home to over 1,500 employees, including both office professionals and skilled operators supporting our advanced engine assembly lines. During your apprenticeship with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to begin building your career in IT and power your potential!
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Supporting small-scale IT projects and initiatives from gathering requirements, process flow mapping and data collection through to testing, implementation, and user adoption, helping improve departmental efficiency and user experience
- Supporting and deploying IT equipment including deploying hardware, configuring software, and troubleshooting issues across office, warehouse, and shop floor environments while following relevant procedures
- Providing first-line IT support to business usersthrough both face-to-face and remote support activities, helping resolve technical issues, support customer requirements, and ensure a positive user experience
- Driving process improvements to streamline business processes, contribute to improved service delivery, and identify opportunities for operational improvement
- Gaining hands-on experience with enterprise & manufacturing systems supporting real-time business and manufacturing operations while developing an understanding of ICT security, professional practice, and data protection
- Developing technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills using structured fault-finding techniques, process flow mapping, data collection and analysis, root cause investigation, and maintaining support records to support effective issue resolution and continuous improvement
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- GCSEs including math’s, English and Science at Grade 7 or above, all other subjects at 4/C or above, this is essential
- A-Levels at grade c or above in IT or Computer science is desirable
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital tools, with an interest in hardware, software, troubleshooting, customer support, data and emerging technologies such as AI
- Good communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work safely and responsibly both independently and as part of a team
- Positive, professional and curious approach, with a willingness to learn and build confidence in a large manufacturing and enterprise IT environment
- Requires relevant IT experience or skills obtained through education, training, personal interest or on-the-job experience
Why Cummins
As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry.
Where you'll work
Centenary House
Yarm Road
Darlington
DL1 4BS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
DARLINGTON COLLEGE
Training course
Information communications technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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
Training schedule
During the apprenticeship you will work 4 days per week onsite, inclusive of 1 day per week for study with your college/training provider.
The working hours are Monday to Friday, with flexibility to suit business needs.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- all other subjects (grade C/4 or above)
- Maths, English and 1 Science subject (grade 7 or above)
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About this employer
Cummins Turbo Technologies is the only manufacturer focused solely on medium- to heavy-duty diesel engine turbo technologies. For more than 60 years, we have delivered innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions for our customers. Our vision for turbocharger solutions, thanks to our rich company heritage derived from our Holset® brand, sets us apart as a technology leader.
https://www.cummins.com/ (opens in new tab)
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Possibility of a potential permanent employment through open vacancies.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DARLINGTON COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000050119.
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Closes on Wednesday 30 September 2026
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