Foundation

IT Apprenticeship Hotel Electronic Lock Installation & Support

KEYSTEP LIMITED

Ilkeston (DE7 4RA)

Closes in 24 days (Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 4 September 2026


Summary

Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison

Keystep Solutions design, install, and support access control systems for hotels across the UK. From keycard entry to integrated security platforms, we help hotels keep guests and staff safe and moving smoothly. As we grow, we're looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our team and learn the trade from the ground up.

Wage

£15,808 to £25,114.96, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Software and data foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm

38 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 20 October 2026

Duration

8 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

  • Working alongside experienced engineers to install and commission access control systems in hotels
  • Learning to diagnose and fix faults on-site and remotely
  • Supporting our customers with day-to-day system queries
  • Getting hands-on with the latest hotel security technology
  • Working towards a recognised qualification while earning a wage

Where you'll work

Unit 6
Merlin Way
Quarry Hill Industrial Estate
Ilkeston
DE7 4RA

Training

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

Training provider

EMA TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Software and data foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

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Training schedule

Software and Data Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2.

More training information

The most important skills you can bring is a willingness to learn, a can do attitude and common sense.

As there is installation of hardware at customer hotels a basic use of power tools will be required. 

Requirements

You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.

About this employer

At Keystep, we're all about providing top-of-the-line Access Control Systems for Hotels.

http://www.keystep.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

For the right candidate there is plenty of scope for progression.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KEYSTEP LIMITED

Andrew Evans

andrew.evans@keystep.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000051622.

Apply now

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison

Closes in 24 days (Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11:59pm)