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Digital Accessibility Specialist Apprentice ATOS IT SERVICES UK LIMITED

If you’re interested in leading the future of Inclusive Digital, there’s no better place to start than with our Digital Accessibility Specialist Level 4 Apprenticeship, which runs for 18-24 months.

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

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,000.00

  • Working week

    37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    18 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000098999

  • Positions

    5 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

All our apprentices are supported in achieving a Digital Accessibility Specialist Level 4 qualification. From there you’ll have the option to specialise with further certifications, which relate to your role.

The programme will give you everything you need to become a fully-fledged Accessibility Specialist, including:

  • design (of accessible experiences)
  • development (best practices for accessibility criteria)
  • auditing (using internationally recognised standards)
  • support (end users using assistive technologies)
  • fundamental knowledge of disabilities, accessibility and standard business practices

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

The programme complements virtual learning workshops and modules given by the apprenticeship provider with on the job learning.

The modules are designed to teach you both the technical and business skills you need, and at the end of your apprenticeship you'll have a Higher National Certificate and be ready to thrive in a long-term career in Atos as an Accessibility Specialist. 

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

In Atos, we are keen to support all our apprentices to continue their development and to forge a long-term career in Atos, so we offer apprentices a permanent contract from day one. 

If you do well on your apprenticeship and want to carry on learning, the business may support you to move onto the next level of apprenticeship – up to Level 6 – a degree level apprenticeship, where your role allows.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade A* – C (9 – 4)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade A* – C (9 – 4)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A* – C (9 – 4)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT or STEM Subject (Grade A* – C (9 – 4)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A* – C (9 – 4)) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Any subject (Grade Pass) Essential

Things to consider

There is the opportunity to work flexibly between home/office. You will be a permanent employee from day one and get 25 days’ holiday plus the option to buy more, private medical insurance, a pension plan, access to a range of flexible benefits to tailor to your needs, additional free training, and be part of our Emerging Talent community.

About the employer

A fantastic opportunity to join Atos, a global leader in digital services. Atos is the technical and business expertise behind some of the most influential businesses in the world. And just as our clients look to us to guide them through digital transformations, we can do the same for your career via our apprenticeship programme.

Employer

ATOS IT SERVICES UK LIMITED

Address

Building No 3

Leeds City Office Park Meadow Lane

Leeds

LS11 5BD

Contact

recruitment@atos.net

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Training

Training provider

PURPLE BEARD LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Digital accessibility specialist

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Employer's Application Instructions

Our application process has several stages including a Brief eligibility interview, Online test & Video Interview and a Virtual Assessment Centre/Interview. If you require adjustments to support you in the process, please let our recruiters know.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Feb 2023