Technical Apprentice

5 months ago


Gateshead, United Kingdom Aspire Technology Solutions Full time

**About Aspire**

At Aspire Technology Solutions, we look for dynamic individuals who want to work for one of the fastest growing IT and Cyber Security providers in the UK. It is an exciting time to join us on our journey as we grow and expand
- Our mission: To deliver technology like no other_

**About the role**

Do you have a natural passion for IT and want to start your career with an award-winning, managed services company looking after a range of clients up and down the country?

This is an excellent opportunity for an apprentice to join our Service Desk or Technical Service team and to undertake a Level 3 Microsoft IT Support Technician Apprenticeship.

We’re looking for enthusiastic apprentices with an appetite for IT and a positive attitude to be based at our new offices at Pipewell Quay on Gateshead’s Quayside. We’re looking for someone who is looking to begin their career in IT, who is comfortable talking to people, confident, friendly and has a great attitude to work. You will ensure the highest level of customer service is provided to all of our customers and you will be working with some of the latest technology systems.

**What you will be doing**:

- Provide 1st line support for the Service Desk.
- Work on support tickets and provide project support to senior engineers.
- Assisting the setup of desktops & laptops.
- Dealing with ticket queries including password resets, new user requests and fault logging.
- Assisting with infrastructure refreshes and the delivery of infrastructure projects.
- Building, configuring and assisting with the installation of telephony systems and telephony rollouts.
- Assisting in the installation and migration of customer networking equipment.
- Liaise with internal customers to ensure that services are being delivered.
- Work with SLA’s whilst delivering efficient resolutions towards First Time Fix Rates.

**You will suit the role if you have**:

- A minimum of 4 GCSE's grade 4 and above, including Maths, English and ICT.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- A keen interest in learning new IT technologies.
- Positive and resilient.
- A customer focussed attitude.
- Personable and friendly.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Takes the initiative.
- A logical approach to troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Good attention to detail.
- A valid UK driving license is desirable but not essential.

**Our values**

We understand that you might not have all of the qualifications and experiences that we think are key to succeeding in this role therefore we provide continuous learning and development at Aspire which is at the heart of everything we do. As long as you are passionate, eager to learn and driven to be the best at what you do and live our values this role may be a fit for you.

**Salary**

£15,500 per annum

**Location and Working Arrangements**

The position offered is based out of Aspire’s Gateshead Head Office but you will be expected to travel to customer sites when required.

**Hours of Work**

37.5 per week, Monday to Friday

**Future Prospects**

This apprenticeship can lead you into a broad IT career, with the opportunity to become a Quick Fix Engineer or Network Service Engineer. It can also lead you to other Service Desk roles including End User Support Engineer and 3rd Line Engineer.

**Benefits**

Here at Aspire we offer a great benefits package and a competitive salary. Being a people-centric organisation is what sets us apart - we strive to look after our people in the best way we can
- Travel benefits including free parking, subsidized travel passes and much more
- Health Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Network Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement (increasing with length of service)
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Parental Schemes
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Tech Purchase Scheme
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- New business referral scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover

**Equality, Inclusion and Diversity at Aspire**

Aspire is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, that promotes dignity, equality and diversity that encourages individuals to develop their true potential.

Applications for this role will close at 4.30pm on Friday 28th June. Pre-screening calls will be conducted week commencing 1st July with interviews taking place week commencing 8th/ 15th July.

**Interview Process**

We generally conduct interviews in three stages, lasting approximately 2-3 weeks depending on everyone’s calendars.

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