Job Description

Apprentice ICT Technician

Salary: 14,722.50 for your first year,

then could increase depending on age and National Minimal Wage for apprentices

Most of your apprenticeship will be spent working - learning the job with hands on experience. Supported with specialist online training to gain professional knowledge and skills

Hours:

37 hours per week, 8am to 4.30pm (4pm one day), with half an hour unpaid for lunch/52 weeks a year

Working Pattern

: 4 days a week at Bennett, with one day for online training

Job Role

: To provide assistance/support to the ICT Technical Services Team & Network Manager, teaching staff, pupils and parents plus other stakeholders.

Working under the direction of the Network Manager providing set up for individuals on systems and support using tools to problem-solve and troubleshoot, including the operation of a helpdesk. To support in the general maintenance and upkeep of computers and equipment throughout the site, ensuring that high standards are maintained.

Details of Apprenticeship training course:

Information Communications Technician (Level 3)

Information Communication Technicians play a vital role in maintaining and optimising the computer and communication systems used by organisations. These systems power operations and support decision making, ensuring businesses run smoothly and securely.

They use infrastructure management tools to automate key tasks, including provisioning, testing, deployment, and monitoring of IT and telecommunications components.

The apprenticeship is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to ensure the efficient operation and management of IT and telecommunications infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, data storage and cloud services.

Training provider

: LearnTech UKPRN10058007

Duration

: 13-15 months + End point assessment

After the apprenticeship:

Potential Full-time position for the right candidate after completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements

: GCSE in English and Maths (grade 4/C and above)

Desirable

: Qualification in IT/Computer Studies

Person specification

Confident in the use of computers, with a passion for IT Ability to work independently and as part of the team, in a professional and flexible manner To be organised, with great attention to detail Troubleshooting abilities Good communication skills, written and oral
To play a full part in the life of the Tenax Schools Trust community, suporting the trusts policies and ethos

Should you wish to discuss any aspect of the apprenticeship before applying, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@bennett.kent.sch.uk . For further details of the training element https://learn-tech.com/information-communications-technician/

Closing date: 11th January 2026

Interviews are due to be held after shortlisting

We reserve the right to appoint at any stage of the process

For full details and application form, please visit our website: www.bennettmemorial.co.uk/tenax jobs

https://jobs.tenaxschoolstrust.co.uk/?p=2366

Completed Application Forms should be sent to recruitment@bennett.kent.sch.uk.

CVs will not be accepted.

Bennett Memorial Diocesan School is part of the Tenax Schools Trust.

The Tenax Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and proactively model the school's values. All posts are subject to vetting checks and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From 14,722.50 per year

Work Location: In person