IT Support Apprentice

Employer description:

Co-op Academies Trust, founded in 2010 is a group of schools across the North of England doing things differently. Made up of primary, secondary, special and colleges we operate under the belief that by raising aspirations, offering a leading education alongside forward thinking experiences and opportunities outside of the classroom, we can develop tomorrow’s leaders and help communities.

We want a fairer world for all, and this is why we work so closely with our sponsor the Co-op Group, who support us in our Cooperative initiatives.

Overview:

We are looking for a new IT Support Apprentice at Co-op Academy Priesthorpe. You will work alongside the IT team, to help deliver IT support to staff and students at the academy.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain hardware and software used by staff and pupils.
• Assist and inform about the use of IT within the academy as required.
• Ensuring equipment is set up for lessons and other educational activities.
• Learn about supporting a modern cloud based educational IT environment and gain relevant qualifications e.g. Google Educator Level 1.

Entry requirements:

• 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
• Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship is in a similar subject

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

For more information please visit the UK ENIC website.

Working week:

37 hours per week.

We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success:

• You’ll get being a Co-op member, you’ll get a Co-op colleague discount card. This gives you a 10% discount in our Co-op Food stores.
• Co-operative flexible benefits (discounted line rental and broadband package, family care advice and cycle to work scheme).
• Discounted gym membership and leisure activities which includes discounts on Merlin Entertainments (Sea Life, Legoland etc), Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak and many more!
• Co-operative Credit Union: save directly from your salary and receive a competitive dividend. Borrowers can benefit from very competitive interest rates and terms.
• Co-op Funeralcare benefit.
• Season ticket and rental deposit loans.

Future prospects:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

About QA:

Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 

Interested? Apply now!