It Apprentice

Employer description: 
Founded on a culture of continuous improvement, Fellowes strives to deliver best-in-class quality products. With a commitment to Unleashing WorkLife Potential, Fellowes introduces new ideas that evolve to meet the needs of an ever-changing world.

Overview: 
We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice. 
There is an introduction into a broad range of topics, skills, and knowledge within the Business Technology Solutions (IT) Department. 

Salary: 
£17,000 per annum.

Duties: 
As part of the Service Desk function within the Network Operations Team, you will be: 

• An active member supporting the Business 
• Providing day-to-day 1st and 2nd line technical IT support 
• Learning new IT skills in a business environment 
• Working towards a recognised IT apprenticeship Level 3 

What we are looking for: 
Personal qualities: Chatty, personable, sense of humor, someone that can read the room, can work hard but have a laugh too - a strong team player.   

Desirable skills: 

• An interest and passion to work in IT Network & Service Operations.
• Be able to work as part of a tight knit team and be a team player.
• Ability and confidence to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be proactive.
• Have a good attention to detail, able to work logically and methodically.
• Have an analytical mind and good problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Organised, reliable, and flexible.

Entry requirements:

• 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 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. 

For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website. 

Benefits:

• Dress code: Business casual. Dress code policy is on LENS.
• Flexible working: We understand all of our people have individual needs. Any personal requirements for flexible working can be discussed with your line manager.
• Free beverages: You can help yourself to fresh bean coffee, hot chocolate, instant ‘Kenco’ coffee and tea.
• Healthy snacks: Each department receives a weekly delivery of fresh fruit and nuts.
• Free parking: Onsite free parking is provided for all staff and visitors.
• Holidays: 25 days per year and all statutory holidays (8 days per year).
• Birthday day off: 1 day extra leave per year for your birthday.

Future prospects: 
We are happy for apprentices to continue their personal learning and development as long as it's relevant to role. 
A permanent role will be offered along with regular personal development meetings and 1-1’s.

Important information: 
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 
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