IT Level Three Apprentice

Employer description: 
Ahead4 is an established company office and workshop located in South Woodham Ferrers, we are set up to cover the whole of Essex. Occasionally we venture to locations throughout the UK and even abroad to Europe. We have been actively trading for nearly two decades and staff with many more years of experience. 
We’ve seen and repaired many varying scenarios, from typical computers, phones and server’s right up to super yachts buoyancy systems and even an oil rig. 

Overview: 
Over the last decade, the company has expanded by offering several different IT services including on and off-site PC repairs, home & business networking, PC component sales, Mobile & Tablet Repairs, and more recently VOIP services. 

We are now offering the opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience as you complete an IT systems and networking - Azure Cloud Support Specialist - Level 3 Apprenticeship. 

Main responsibilities: 
Cloning of operating system from machine to machine
Fresh install of Operating Systems Windows to Linux
Hardware Diagnostics and Fault Finding
Construction of New Computers
Server Configurations
Mobile Device Configuration
Remote Desktop Support
Network Hardware Configuration 

What we are looking for:
Skills and personal qualities: 
Key interest in IT
Willing to learn
Good communication skills
Good time keeping
Ability to work as part of a team 

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 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. 

For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website.

Benefits:
Coffee Machine
Casual dress code
Team outings
Pension

Future prospects:
90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing their apprenticeship: this is 20% higher than the national average.
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

Important information: 
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