IT Support - Apprentice
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Dean Close foundation are looking to appoint a tech savvy, individual to join our IT team as an apprentice. Working alongside our Head of IT and IT Support Engineers, you will gain hands-on experience supporting classroom technology whilst supporting the wider foundation troubleshooting devices, learning our networks and cyber security. Other roles and responsibilities include:
- Support the setup and maintenance of classroom tech (whiteboards, projectors, software)
- Provide first-line technical support to staff and students
- Monitor and maintain network performance and security
- Assist with IT support across our nurseries in Wales
- Document IT procedures and create user-friendly guides
- Collaborate with the wider Foundation IT team on projects
The successful candidate will have a keen interest in IT and has ideally been studying or completed a course in an IT related Field. Ideally, we would like the candidate to have a driving license or working towards this.
You will gain a wealth of knowledge and experience working with experienced IT professionals, who will be able to support mentor you development with a clear pathway into such roles as IT Support Specialist, Network Administrator, or EdTech Coordinator.
Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.
Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustment are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
Internal applicants
Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.
Hours Per Week: 40.0
