Job Description

This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day IT needs of a busy production site. You will assist with maintaining network stability, supporting users with hardware and software issues, and helping to ensure the security of our systems. There will also be opportunities to develop programming skills and gain experience with our MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system.

About Us:

M C Kelly Ltd is an award-winning wholesale butcher supplying quality meat products across the UK. As a growing business, we have developed a number of bespoke IT systems to support production, logistics, and administration. We are looking for an IT Apprentice to join our team and gain hands-on experience maintaining and developing our technology infrastructure.

Role Overview:

This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day IT needs of a busy production site. You will assist with maintaining network stability, supporting users with hardware and software issues, and helping to ensure the security of our systems. There will also be opportunities to develop programming skills and gain experience with our MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in maintaining the site's network infrastructure to ensure stability and uptime. Support the installation and configuration of new computers and hardware. Help staff with Office 365, email, and general IT support queries. Assist with network security and user access management. Learn to maintain and support our bespoke MRP system. Work with the IT team on troubleshooting and resolving technical issues. Gain exposure to in-house software development and automation projects.

What We're Looking For:

Keen interest in IT, networking, and technology. Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach. Willingness to learn and develop a wide range of IT skills. Basic understanding of networking or programming is a bonus, but not essential. Good communication skills to support users across all departments.

Training & Development:

This is an apprenticeship position combining hands-on experience with formal training. You will be mentored by experienced staff and have the opportunity to develop skills in networking, user support, and software development.







Hours: 37.50 per week



About the employer:


Based in the rolling hills of Mid-Devon, M C Kelly is an award-winning catering butchers and fine food supplier to the local catering and retail industries. Sustainability and regenerative farming are our core values.



Requirements and Prospects:


Keen interest in IT, networking, and technology. Basic understanding of networking or programming is a bonus, but not essential.




Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach Willingness to learn and develop a wide range of IT skills + Good communication skills to support users across all departments.










Training Provided:

Training & Development:

This is an apprenticeship position combining hands-on experience with formal training. You will be mentored by experienced staff and have the opportunity to develop skills in networking, user support, and software development.



Additional Information:


English & Maths GCSE - 4 and above