Apprentice IT Technician

Start date: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint an Apprentice IT Technician, the successful post-holder will predominantly be based at Sheffield Springs Academy however, this is an exciting opportunity to complement our IT Team within the Yorkshire Cluster of United Learning schools.

The post is subject to an apprenticeship training agreement; we will support the successful individual in working toward and achieving their IT Technician qualification. It is anticipated that this will be a minimum of one year. Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, the role will be reviewed and consideration made for a permanent contract in-line with business need.

Main duties include assisting staff and students with IT related queries, troubleshooting and problem solving, general maintenance, support for school assemblies and presentations and dealing with IT equipment. The post-holder will be supported in their role and throughout the apprenticeship by the IT Supervisor on-site and the Network Manager.

We will offer you:

• Highly competitive pay above national average.
• 26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays per annum.
• An additional day’s paid leave awarded per annum (in addition to annual leave).
• Excellent facilities and resources.
• Access to an outstanding professional development programme.
• A respectful working environment.
• Supportive, friendly colleagues who are committed to each other’s professional development.
• A chance to become part of United Learning, one of the largest groups of academies in the country.
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues in each academy, across the Cluster and United Learning.
• Excellent employee benefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employer contributions.
• Access to training through the Apprenticeship Levy.
• Perkbox benefits platform.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• We encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.

As part of United Learning our aim is to bring out ‘the Best in Everyone’ and we are dedicated to providing students and staff with every opportunity to reach their full potential and succeed with our support.

United Learning is one of the largest and most successful Trusts in the country who offers unrivalled Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, including opportunities for nationwide networking.

We are looking for:

• Someone who is solution focused.
• Is reliable, highly motivated and self-driven.
• Excellent IT skills.
• A team player with strong communication and customer service skills.
• You must have good organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing and diverse workload with resilience.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive and professional approach at all times.

Please see the job description and person specification for further detail.

Interviews will take place soon after.

If you would like to discuss this exciting opportunity, please contact hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk

United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, Right to Work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

United Learning Apprentice Rates of Pay from the 01 September 2024

Minimum hourly rate of pay: £12.41