Data Cabling Technician Apprentice
LYNX NETWORKS LTD
Buckinghamshire (MK1 1LG)
Closes in 11 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 22 July 2026
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Summary
Launch Your Career with Lynx Networks. Become a Data Cabling Apprentice and work on cutting-edge IT infrastructure projects. Learn hands-on skills in network cabling, fibre optics and communications technology, earn while you learn, and build a future in a fast-growing industry. No two days are the same, apply now!
- Wage
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£16,640 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Annual Salary
- Training course
- Information communications technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday: 09:00 to 17:30, plus overtime beyond these hours and weekend working when required.
40 hours 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
Role and Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing for the job, taking tools and materials into consideration
- Following appropriate training, must be comfortable working at heights (on ladders and in roof spaces) and in confined spaces whilst adopting safe working practices
- Learn and pick up new skills. You will receive on-site training in the installation of cabling containment, cable, connector panels, outlets and other cabling systems components and, when trained, will install these in a prompt and efficient manner
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your applications early to prevent disappointment. Help to establish the best cable pathways. Assist in the testing of installed cabling. Build cable assemblies as instructed.
Where you'll work
28-29 Clarke Road
Bletchley
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK1 1LG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MILTON KEYNES 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
Information Communications Technician Level 3. Your learning will take place at the South-Central Institute of Technology, which offers benefits such as: Quality teaching and support. Project-based learning, co-delivered by employers. State-of-the-art facilities with plenty of tech equipment available.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 9-4)
- Maths (grade 9-4)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Physical fitness
- Reliable
- good at communication
- excellent timekeeping
- practical
- good with your hands
- a team player.
Other requirements
As part of their apprenticeship, the successful candidate will complete off-the-job training - dedicated learning that takes place during paid working hours and focuses on developing the skills and knowledge needed for the role. This includes structured activities such as workshops, online learning, shadowing, and practical training, ensuring they gain the full competence required to excel in the position while contributing effectively to the organisation.
About this employer
Lynx Networks provides IT infrastructure and support including network architecture, Wi-Fi, cybersecurity, hosting, cabling and helpdesk services. Our aim is to build lifetime relationships with customers and to never sell anything we don’t believe is needed. Our qualified technicians have a diverse range of knowledge and experience enabling us to deliver effective, secure and cutting-edge solutions to solve IT challenges. The company is owner-managed, and the working atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Senior Installation Engineer, Project Manager or IT Technician.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
Cat Brown
Apprenticeships@mkcollege.ac.uk
01908 637056
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044013.
Apply now
Closes in 11 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)