JOB SUMMARY

We are keen to find an apprentice software programmer to join our web development team. We operate a hybrid model of working, with a mix of working from home and team days in our office. It’s a great environment with lots to get involved with including dedicated time to develop games, explore new tech and a variety of social events. Apply Now!

WHAT TRAINING WILL THE APPRENTICE TAKE AND WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL THE APPRENTICE GET AT THE END?

The primary role of a JBC IT Solutions Technician is to provide support to end-users through the development of suitable solutions to IT/Software problems. An IT Solutions Technician will typically be working as part of a team, in which they will have responsibility for some of the straightforward elements of the overall solutions delivery lifecycle. The technician will mostly work in support areas of a solutions lifecycle. They will normally report to the IT Manager.
Our Apprentices will learn to support existing hardware/software and infrastructure. They will learn how their solutions have an impact on society and security.
Through our industry experienced trainers and qualified mentors, our programme prepares learners to work across all sectors, in any department assisting in effective support activities.
At JBC Skills our delivery staff are carefully selected to ensure that they can perform both trainer and mentor roles. They are known as JBC Trainers when they are delivering the knowledge training (off-the-job) and mentors when they are providing workplace (on-the-job) support throughout the apprenticeship. This approach gives our apprentices and employers an exceptional level of care and support by providing a dedicated individual to lead the apprenticeship from start to finish.
The skills needed to achieve in the workplace will be delivered through a blended framework of live trainer-led online classroom training. All learning progress will be monitored via our e-learning portfolio.
The classroom training for the IT Solutions Technician comprises of 4 modules. The apprentice will attend the training in an online classroom with their designated JBC trainer.
When the classroom training takes place will be agreed at the Induction meeting between Employer, Apprentice and JBC Skills Trainer/Mentor. We advise a bi-monthly approach to each module.
Full days will be required on the training weeks, and the apprentice must be in a quiet, suitable environment for learning to take place. This can either be in the workplace or at home. The class sizes are small (Max 10 learners) so that discussions and assessment can take place between apprentices, peers, and trainers.

DESIRED SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative

QUALIFICATIONS

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-C/9-4) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) essential

Please refer the Job description for details