Apprentice IT Technician

Are you passionate about IT and eager to kickstart a rewarding career in a dynamic educational environment? Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated IT Apprentice to join their ICT team at St John Plessington Catholic College, Wallasey. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the smooth operation of IT services across our schools.

As an IT Apprentice, you will work closely with the ICT team to support teaching, learning, and administration through effective IT services. This hands-on role will provide you with training and experience in troubleshooting, network maintenance, and supporting classroom technology.

A Typical Day in the Job:

• Technical Support: Provide first-line support for equipment, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets, printers, and interactive whiteboards.
• Network and System Maintenance: Monitor and maintain the school's network, including servers, switches, and wireless systems.
• Classroom Technology: Maintain and support classroom technology such as projectors, smartboards, and AV equipment.
• Administrative Support: Manage inventory of ICT equipment, including logging and tracking hardware and software licenses.
• Training and Development: Participate in structured training to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Salary, Hours & Benefits:

• Salary: £14,133 per annum
• Working Hours: 36 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm)
• Holiday Entitlement: 22 days plus bank holidays (holidays to be taken outside of term time)
• Paid apprenticeship with career progression opportunities in a dynamic educational setting.
• Supportive team environment dedicated to enhancing the school's IT infrastructure.
• Access to benefits such as flu vouchers and Specsavers vouchers.
• Cycle-to-work scheme after probation period.

Desired Qualities, Skills and Knowledge:

• Genuine passion for IT and a commitment to pursuing a long-term career in the field.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to learning.
• Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Required to have a Grade 5/C in English and Grade 4/C in Maths.

Your Training with Now Skills:

You will be enrolled onto Information Communication Technician with Azure/AWS Level 3, providing you with formal qualifications and practical skills. You'll also have access to one-to-one mentoring sessions with senior team members and on-the-job training that aligns with your career goals.

Next Steps:

To apply, please complete the link below. If your application is then successful, one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss your application further.

Eligibility Criteria:

• You must have the right to work in the UK, and valid residency status to apply for this apprenticeship.
• In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
• The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
• All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
• All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.