IT Support Apprentice

IT Support Apprentice – Azure Cloud Support Specialist (Level 3 Apprenticeship)

Salary: £6.40 initially per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week, All Year Round

Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 16:00 & Friday 08:00 – 15:30 (30 minute unpaid break)

Fixed Term, 15 months linked to apprenticeship 

Start: ASAP

The Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust is responsible for ten schools across Hull; three secondary and seven primary. A Thrive school is one that is a dynamic community of staff, pupils and their families all focussed on one thing – inspiring pupils to thrive in life.

Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our central IT team as an IT Support Apprentice. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge, and experience in the IT field through a structured Level 3 Apprenticeship in IT Systems & Networking – Azure Cloud Support Specialist.

In this role, you will:

• Gain hands-on experience working alongside our central IT team.
• Learn industry-standard methodologies for supporting and troubleshooting IT systems.
• Develop expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud technologies.
• Assist with user queries and provide technical support.
• Contribute to maintaining the smooth operation of our IT infrastructure.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong interest in IT and a passion for learning.
• Possesses excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is a team player with a willingness to learn and grow.

This apprenticeship offers:

• The opportunity to earn while you learn.
• A combination of on-the-job training and virtual classroom learning.
• A nationally recognized qualification upon successful completion.
• A springboard for a rewarding career in IT support.

Closing date: Friday 24th May, 12 noon

Interview date: Monday 27th May

As part of Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust commitment to safer recruitment processes and in accordance with statutory guidance: Keeping Children Safe in Educationan online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

Please note, we do not accept CVs, applications must be submitted using our application form.

Our commitment to Safeguarding: Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each school has a robust SafeguardingPolicy and all staff receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout their employment.

A candidate’s suitability to work with children will be explored at all stages of the recruitment process. The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), a Children’s Barred List check, a Section 128 Management Check if relevant, Prohibition check and overseas checks as applicable, identity check, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and a check regarding their eligibility to work in the UK.

This role involves contact with children and provides regular access to children, therefore it is  ‘regulated activity’. As such, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act – 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Our commitment to equality and diversity:  Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging.

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