Technology Apprentice (IT)

Apprenticeship Details:

The successful candidate will be supported to achieve a Level 3 Digital Support Technician apprenticeship.

Job Overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Technology Apprentice (IT) to work within the busy IT Team at University College Birmingham. 

With a keen interest in IT and the confidence to take a proactive approach in this customer-facing role, you will provide first line support to staff and students in relation to a variety of IT issues; both on campus and for those working remotely.

You will have the opportunity to gain a wide range of IT skills and experience over the course of the programme within a busy IT Department.

Alongside gaining valuable work experience, you will be supported to achieve a Level 3 Digital Support Technician apprenticeship (via the Digital Service Technician option).

The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive and hardworking approach, and enjoy working both independently and collaboratively as part of a dedicated team. An interest in emerging technologies is essential. 

Benefits:

• 38 days’ paid leave per year (26 days’ annual leave plus 12 bank holiday and concessionary days)
• Local government pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Excellent staff development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice car leasing, tech and cycle schemes
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking
• Hybrid Working Opportunities
• Free On-site Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date:

Tuesday 3 January 2023 at midday

Interview Dates:

TBC

How to apply:

Applications should comprise a CV with an accompanying letter expressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role.  

Email to: recruitment@ucb.ac.uk  

Standard Information:

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted UK University of the Year in the prestigious 2022 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. We are also the best university for Student Support. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students.

UCB has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked sixth in the 2022 Guardian League Tables and named the runner-up in the Times University of the Year 2022 and the Times University of the Year 2022 for Teaching Quality.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

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