Platform Engineer Apprentice
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Company: HIGHTOWN HOUSING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
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Location: Hertfordshire, HP2 4XH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £23,901.00 per year
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Sector: Digital
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Ref: NAS-2000034055
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Application Deadline Date: 26/06/2026
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Start Date: 06/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.
Brief Description
This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, networking, and IT support while working towards a Level 3 qualification.
You’ll help maintain and optimise our cloud and on-premise systems, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.
Training to be Provided
During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning working towards completing the IT Solutions Technician standard.
The training covers the following core occupational duties:
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0505-v1-1
Future Prospects
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, the successful candidate will have a level 3 qualification as an IT Solutions Technician.
Vacancy Detail
Key responsibilities
- Support Azure cloud infrastructure and on-prem systems
- Assist with servers, storage, networking, and SaaS platforms
- Help troubleshoot IT and network issues
- Support LAN/WAN performance and connectivity
- Assist with system patching (e.g. Windows, VMware, Cisco Meraki)
- Work with teams to improve systems and automate processes
- Document procedures and configurations
Essential Requirements
- Basic knowledge or interest in IT infrastructure
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
- Commitment to excellent service and Hightown values
Desirable
- Awareness of Microsoft Azure or cloud technologies
- Experience with scripting (e.g. PowerShell)
- Knowledge of networking or IT support environments
Other Information
Eligibility:
- UK/EEA resident for 3+ years
- Right to work in the UK