About this Role Vacancy for IT Apprentice at Meridian Trust Salary: Meridian Trust Support Apprentice Rate - £15,400 Hours of work: 37 hours per week. 52 weeks per year This is a fixed term contract for 2 years to complete the apprenticeship. Based at: Stratton School We have an exciting opportunity to join our knowledgeable and friendly IT team as an Apprentice. You will complete a level 3 qualification whilst gaining valuable skills, experience and behaviours from the workplace and team around you. Working within a school you will be the first point of contact for day-to-day IT support queries for both students and staff. The Opportunity To gain a nationally recognised qualification in IT To gain valuable skills and experience in a workplace environment To work with a knowledgeable and friendly team To develop an understanding of IT support functions within education To obtain a wealth of transferable skills A dynamic and fast paced role within a school setting which provides a fantastic opportunity to learn and make a difference The ideal candidate Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity Be a team player, with a 'can do' solution focused attitude Be educated to GCSE (or equivalent level) in Maths and English Will be an enthusiastic and ambitious learner Have an understanding of expectations in terms of time keeping, personal presentation, and attendance About Meridian Trust - Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources Cycle to work scheme Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations Free on-site parking Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.