IT Support Apprentice
Kick-start your IT career at Pembroke College! Support students and staff, explore a wide range of technologies and gain hands-on experience with a structured apprenticeship.
Pembroke College, one of the constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge, provides a world-class academic environment for students, Fellows and staff, supported by a modern IT infrastructure that underpins teaching, research and administrative services.
About the role:
As an IT Apprentice, you will support the IT Operations Manager and wider IT team in maintaining and developing the College's IT systems, networks and user support services. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of technologies while providing first-line support to students, academic staff and College employees. The role plays an important part in ensuring the smooth operation of the College's academic and administrative computing facilities.
Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day IT support to students, Fellows and staff
Assist with diagnosing, maintaining, upgrading and replacing hardware and software
Monitor and record the performance and behaviour of IT systems
Carry out basic printer maintenance, including replenishing supplies and resolving common faults
Support the management and maintenance of the College network and computing facilities
Assist with server room hardware status checks and reporting
Support the setup and operation of audiovisual (AV) equipment
Help prepare and provide IT equipment for projects and events
Maintain accurate documentation and records of work completed and knowledge gained
Attend training courses, seminars and meetings as part of your professional development
Desirable skills:
Good customer service and communication skills
A genuine interest in IT and technology
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to create and maintain documentation
Honest, reliable and professional approach to work
The entry requirements for this programme are as follows:
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 in a similar subject
Working hours: 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as required.
Benefits:
Gain valuable hands-on experience within a professional IT environment
Structured apprenticeship training and development
Opportunity to learn from experienced IT professionals
Exposure to a wide range of hardware, software and network technologies
Work within a prestigious educational institution
Potential for career progression within IT
Future prospects:
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- Locations
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- Salary
- £8 - £13.45/hour