Employer description:
We are a well-established computer repair shop in Stratford-upon-Avon. We offer a local, reliable and friendly service for all computer maintenance and repairs for everyone in the local area.
Overview:
We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice.
You will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience as you complete an IT systems and networking - Azure Cloud Support Specialist - Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Key responsibilities:
- Assemble and disassemble Laptops and Desktops
- Answer customer queries
- Viruses and faulty Laptops
- Installing authorised applications
- Check PC Tracker is kept up-to-date
- Check stock and collaborate with Suppliers
- Adhere to Health and Safety Guidelines
On occasions you may be asked to pick up the phone and do a bit of sales.
Benefits:
The apprentice will earn commission if successful.
Desired skills and Personal qualities:
- They must have a basic knowledge of computers – ideally had experience taking apart computers
- Being a shop, you will be greeting clients regularly and must be comfortable greeting and communicating with customers
- Personality is a big factor – looking for someone out-going, hardworking and resilient
Entry requirements:
The entry requirements for this Azure Cloud Support Specialist programme are as follows:
- 3 GCSE’s (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 is in a similar subject
You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.
If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.
Find out more here:
https://www.enic.org.uk/Qualifications/UKQRS/Default.aspx
Salary:
£5 – £6 per hour, with the opportunity to earn commission.
Working week:
8:30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
40hrs a week.
Future prospects:
92% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.
Additionally there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.
Important Information:
QA’s apprenticeships are funded by the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), an executive agency of the Department for Education.
To be eligible for a Government funded apprenticeship you must have lived in the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 consecutive years.