Apprentice Information Services
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
18/08/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 04/09/2022 23:59
Job Category:
Apprenticeships
Employment Location:
County Hall, Morpeth, NE61 2EF
Further Information
Information Services Apprentice
The Council
Northumberland County Council operates a huge range of services across one of the largest counties in the UK. Local Government’s ongoing challenges and the diversity of our residents means we have to work smarter. That’s why we want bold, creative and agile thinkers who can help us move forward and innovate.
For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here: http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/working
The Service
Information Services operates throughout Northumberland and is responsible proving IT Support to all council staff across Northumberland. The successful apprentice will work alongside experienced staff undertaking a range of IT related duties, including answering the calls on the IT Helpdesk, Remote Assistance and IT Techbar days
The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Information Services for an apprentice. Although applicants do not need to have any prior experience, they must be willing to undertake duties to gain experience in IT supported with offsite training.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Highways Maintenance operates strictly within the requirements of health and safety legislation
This opportunity provides experience to work whilst you learn and develop key skills that will be valuable throughout your career. Your responsibilities as an Apprentice include:
-Providing a helpful and positive attitude
-Following IT Security guidelines and procedures
-Respecting the confidential nature of council matters
-Be responsible for onsite Health and Safety at all times
Although applicants do not need to have any prior experience, they must be willing to undertake duties and training to gain experience in Information communications technician Apprenticeship, all responsibilities will be supported with offsite apprenticeship training.
Our Apprenticeships are structured training programmes which give you the opportunity to gain on the job experience whilst working towards a recognised apprenticeship standard. They help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen industry. Getting into employment earlier means there's lots of potential for you to progress in your career quickly.
More information can be found in the attached job description and person specification.
We are offering:
-Opportunity to progress into a permanent role
-25 Days annual leave, including bank holidays
-Access to high quality training delivered by QA to gain a: Information communications technician Apprenticeship.
-Apprenticeship wage, rising to national minimum wage after 365 days.
-Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
-A wide range of staff benefits
-A year’s free membership to the Totum Student Discount Card
-IT equipment to support your learning (if required)
What you need:
- GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/C or above (or predicted) or Level 2 Functional skills.
- Dedication and commitment to complete your apprenticeship over 18 months.
How do I apply?
To apply: please complete the Application Form by clicking on this link and completing online- https://nland.uk/ApprenticeshipApplyNow
OR
Complete an application form found in the supporting documents section and return to: hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk
ALL POSTS CLOSE: midnight Sunday 4th September 2022.
For further information about this vacancy, please contact Catherine.tait@northumberland.gov.uk or apprenticeshipenquiries@northumberland.gov.uk for an informal discussion.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see attached.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applications who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme please email hrrecruitnent@northumberland.gov.uk with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored in the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview please also let the team know.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.