IT Apprentice

Looking to start your career in IT? Dollar Academy are hiring for an IT Apprentice.

Dollar Academy is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school in Scotland, educating pupils from early years through to 18. The Academy has a strong reputation for academic excellence, alongside a broad range of opportunities across sport, music, the arts and wider co-curricular activities.

An opportunity has risen within their IT department to hire an IT Apprentice. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step get their first step in their IT career.

Responsibilities:

Provide basic assistance to staff and pupils with straightforward IT queries and issues

Support users with common technology and software queries, seeking assistance where an issue is beyond their level of knowledge or experience

Assist with the setup and preparation of computers, laptops, tablets, printers and other IT equipment

Assist staff and pupils with straightforward connectivity, login and access issues

Log and record IT issues accurately in accordance with the Academy's procedures

Work alongside the IT Operations Manager and other Academy colleagues to support the effective day-to-day use of technology

Skills and knowledge required:

National 5 qualifications in English and Maths, or equivalent

A genuine interest in computers, technology and how things work and experience of using computers beyond normal day to day use

Able to communicate clearly, politely and patiently with a wide range of people

Experience of helping family, friends or colleagues with basic technology or IT problems

Friendly and approachable when helping others

A logical, practical and methodical approach to solving problems

An understanding of the importance of excellent customer service

An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and information security when dealing with information relating to pupils, staff and the Academy

Some experience of troubleshooting basic technical problems or learning new software independently and interest in areas such as networkin...