IT Apprentice
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Company: SHIRLEY TECHNOLOGIES LTD
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Location: M17 1EH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £21,000.00 per year
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Sector: Digital
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Ref: NAS-2000055911
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Application Deadline Date: 02/11/2026
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Start Date: 27/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday. Flexible Start and Finish Available (Benefit).
Brief Description
IT Support Apprentice required to join a small IT team, working directly with the IT Manager. Gain hands-on experience providing 1st and 2nd line support, user onboarding, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, networking and IT projects. Ideal for someone with a passion for technology and a desire to build a career in IT.
Training to be Provided
18 Months Plus 3 months EPA
Future Prospects
The employer is searching for a candidate that is wanting to continue with the business following their apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic IT Support Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to start a career in IT while gaining hands-on experience in a busy business environment. Working closely with the IT Manager, you will receive direct mentoring and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies, systems, and projects. You will play an important role in supporting colleagues across the business while developing valuable technical and professional skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support to users across the business.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and user account issues.
- Assist with the setup and configuration of laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
- Support user onboarding and offboarding processes.
- Maintain IT equipment inventories and assist with asset management.
- Work closely with the IT Manager to support IT projects and system improvements.
- Support the administration of Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and other business systems.
- Follow IT security procedures and contribute to maintaining a secure IT environment.
Skills and Personal Qualities
- Strong interest in IT and technology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Desirable Knowledge
Whilst not essential, the following experience or knowledge would be advantageous:
- Windows 11 and Windows Server environments.
- Active Directory and user account administration.
- Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, SharePoint and OneDrive.
- Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, switches and routers).
- SQL and SQL Server.
- Sage 200 and Sage CRM.
What You'll Gain
- Direct mentoring from an experienced IT Manager.
- Exposure to a broad range of technologies and business systems.
- Hands-on experience supporting users in a real-world IT environment.
- Opportunities to contribute to IT projects and business improvements.
- A recognised IT apprenticeship qualification.
Other Information
Please consider the location of the employer, ideally no more than 60 minutes commute time.