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IT Apprentice
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Dollar Academy are hiring for an IT Apprentice.
About Dollar Academy
Dollar Academy is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school in Scotland, educating pupils from early years through to 18. The Academy has a strong reputation for academic excellence, alongside a broad range of opportunities across sport, music, the arts, and wider co-curricular activities.
About the Role
An opportunity has risen within their IT department to hire an IT Apprentice. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into their first IT career role.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic assistance to staff and pupils with straightforward IT queries and issues
- Support users with common technology and software queries, seeking assistance where an issue is beyond their level of knowledge or experience
- Assist with the setup and preparation of computers, laptops, tablets, printers, and other IT equipment
- Assist staff and pupils with straightforward connectivity, login, and access issues
- Log and record IT issues accurately in accordance with the Academy's procedures
- Work alongside the IT Operations Manager and other Academy colleagues to support the effective day-to-day use of technology
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Skills and Knowledge Required
- National 5 qualifications in English and Maths, or equivalent
- A genuine interest in computers, technology, and how things work, and experience of using computers beyond normal day-to-day use
- Able to communicate clearly, politely, and patiently with a wide range of people
- Experience of helping family, friends, or colleagues with basic technology or IT problems
- Friendly and approachable when helping others
- A logical, practical, and methodical approach to solving problems
- An understanding of the importance of excellent customer service
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and information security when dealing with information relating to pupils, staff, and the Academy
- Some experience of troubleshooting basic technical problems or learning new software independently and interest in areas such as networking, cybersecurity, hardware, cloud technology, or software development
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, or other commonly used applications
Working Week
- 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8 am – 4 pm
Benefits
- 35 days holiday per year rises to 40 after 5 years of service
- Access to gym, swimming pool, and strength and conditioning suite
- Free onsite parking
- Retailer discounts
- Employee assistance programme
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Future Prospects
Should you perform well in this role, there may be an opportunity for you to take up a permanent position at the end of your qualification.
Important Information
This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one-to-one support.
Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training, and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics of the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day-to-day role.
On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognized qualification at SCQF Level 6.
If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work-based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW!
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