IT Technician Apprentice

Heathside Walton-on-Thames

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 2JP

Start date: November 2025 (or as soon as possible after appointment)

Hours: 36 per week, full time

Contract length: 18 months apprenticeship (depending on progress and completion of the Level 3 IT Solutions Technician Apprenticeship)

Salary: £14,133 – £ £22,857 per annum (depending on age and experience), in line with apprenticeship pay scales and Local Government guidelines

Location: Walton-on-Thames, Surrey – within easy reach of local transport links. Free on-site parking available.

Heathside Walton-on-Thames, an Ofsted Outstanding secondary school, is seeking a motivated IT Apprentice who is eager to begin a career in IT support.

This is a busy, varied, and rewarding role where you will support staff and students in their use of IT. You will gain hands-on experience in troubleshooting user issues, resolving technical problems, and assisting with exciting projects such as software and hardware installations, as well as Audio-Visual setups.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will receive off-the-job training one day a week delivered by Lift Schools, working towards a Level 3 IT Solutions Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to 2 A-Levels). This nationally recognised qualification provides an excellent foundation for a long-term career in IT.

Candidates should:

• Have a passion for IT.

• Be keen to learn, flexible and possess good communication skills.

• Possess a full driving license.

• Possess GCSEs English and Maths A*-C or 4-9 or a willingness to work towards functional skills qualifications.

In return we offer:

• A supportive and values-led community where every staff member is integral to our collective success

• A vibrant and collaborative team

• A school where wellbeing is a core component of our everyday practice

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions.

• Free on-site parking

• Discounts at retailers, a cycle to work scheme and a free flu vaccination

• Clear progression routes – with many apprentices securing permanent IT roles within the Trust

Applications

Closing date: Monday 3rd November 2025 at midday

Interviews: w/c Monday 3rd November 2025

Applications will be considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date