At a Glance
- Tasks: Support colleagues with digital systems and applications in a dynamic team environment.
- Company: Join Suffolk County Council and make a positive impact in your community.
- Benefits: Earn £25,185 per annum, gain hands-on training, and enjoy hybrid working.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace, prioritising personal development and career advancement.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with an apprenticeship that offers real-world experience and growth.
- Qualifications: No need for extensive tech skills, just a willingness to learn and problem-solve.
The predicted salary is between 25185 - 25185 £ per year.
Suffolk County Council Address: Phoenix House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5NP, hybrid working
Salary: £25,185 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term or secondment for 18 months (Apprenticeship)
At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. As an Apprentice System Support Technician in the Highways Systems Support Team, you will see the direct impact of your work on the people we support. You will work with colleagues, partners, and communities to build trust, share ideas, and deliver services that make a lasting impact.
Your role and responsibilities
Our main focus is to provide support to colleagues on the various digital systems and applications used within Suffolk Highways, and the wider Growth, Highways and Infrastructure directorate. Primary duties and activities will include:
- Monitoring the shared mailbox and picking up requests for support or training
- Producing guidance documentation and videos on the systems we support
- Collaborating with the asset data team on joint projects
You will have plenty of opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and contractors and make a difference by streamlining processes using digital solutions. You'll be working day to day with the Technical Development Manager and System Support Technician, who welcome a new addition to the team!
Your apprenticeship
Level 3 Digital Support Technician Digital support technician / Skills England Duration 18 months. We welcome apprenticeship applications from all ages and backgrounds. There's no upper age limit - it's never too late to start developing new skills. We want to provide opportunities for anyone interested in launching or advancing their career. The apprenticeship you're applying for must build on your qualifications. If you have experience in this field, the apprenticeship you're applying for must be at a higher level.
During the apprenticeship, you will be working towards the role described in the Job and Person Profile. You will have the opportunity to receive hands‑on training and pursue certification. Completing your apprenticeship does not guarantee a full‑time position. However, we are dedicated to helping you find a job. You will have priority access when you apply for vacancies. This applies during the final 3 months of your contract.
You will need initiative and problem-solving skills to thrive in this support role, familiarity with Microsoft 365 products (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, etc.) which would be helpful.
Our ideal candidate does not need to have all the technical expertise yet but should have a willingness to learn and develop.
Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Emma Goodman (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can contact her by emailing: emma.goodman@suffolkhighways.org.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
- Tell us what skills you have learned whilst at school/college, volunteering and/or working that you think will be useful to you in this role and why?
- Tell us about something you are proud of and why?
- Tell us about a time you've been really determined to do something, what did you do? What happened as a result?
- Why are you interested in working for our organisation?
- What are you hoping to gain from this apprenticeship?
- Using our WeAspire values (see bottom of JPP); tell us about a time or situation when you have demonstrated one of these values?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at: recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 16 July 2026. Interview date: week commencing, 27 July 2026.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
