It/Computing Apprentice

BURSTED WOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL

IT/COMPUTING APPRENTICE

Job Title: Level 2 IT Apprenticeship Placement (12-18 months)

Management Team: HT + SLT

Qualification: NVQ level 2 Computing

Location: Whole School

Reports to: SLT

Salary: L2 Apprenticeship Rate

Main purpose of the placement:

This apprenticeship opportunity will provide basic valuable work experience computer technology in order to meet the needs of both the organisation and qualification criteria. Under supervision the trainee will provide day-to-day support and assistance in basic areas of work undertaken by the team. The trainee will be released from the work place to attend college as required and will be expected to undertake all necessary studies to achieve the formal qualification which is part of the Government’s apprenticeship framework.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The trainee will be expected to:

· work with colleagues, taking instruction, making notes and meeting the basic needs of the team.

· attend regular monitory sessions with supervisors, placement co-ordinators, college assessors

· perform a range of level 2 duties which include specific tasks related to the formal qualification.

· meet the needs of the college and qualification by meeting deadlines and action plans and being available for observations in the workplace.

· communicate with both internal and external stakeholders to the standard expected using a range of communication methods (verbal, written, telephone, email, letter etc).

· to deliver an acceptable level of customer care at all times.

· research and collate basic data/information required both in the workplace and at college

· make the best use of appropriate ICT systems including the school’s internet and intranet, email and other software packages such as MS Word, Excel and any other package in order to provide an efficient and effective service.

· comply with the use of ICT systems to ensure filing structures, accessibility, privacy and legal guidelines are adhered to

· report to supervisor if agreed timescales, targets and service standards cannot be met.

· provide general information and advice regarding the services provided by the team

· to undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required both in the workplace and as part of the qualification.

Role Specific Duties:

Under supervision the trainee will be expected to:

o Assist in ensuring IT equipment is in good order at all times for the use of pupils and staff

o Assist wherever required across the school as directed by IT Manager and SLT

o Keep abreast of latest advances in computer technology

o Keep ahead of personal study towards the formal qualification and seek support whenever necessary

o To possess effective liaison skills

o To be flexible and adaptable in approach

o Possess excellent IT skills and have good literacy and numeracy skills

o To support and help teachers by ensuring computers and whiteboards are turned on at the beginning of the day and turned off again each evening

o To ensure IT and reprographic consumables i.e. ink, toner etc. are well stocked and made available with ease and liaise with appropriate staff members to ensure stock is maintained

o To undertake routine maintenance of IT equipment i.e. dusting of projectors, cleaning of keyboards and screens

o To attend training as and when it is made available

o To ensure IT areas are clean, tidy and fit for purpose

o Be able to work on own initiative and as directed by staff

o Behave in a professional manner at all times and be mindful of working in a child centred environment

o Take pride in working as a team member

Job Activities:

The role of the apprentice is generic; its objective is to provide work-based learning which enables the individual to become competent to a level 2 standard. The individual will be closely supervised and expected to work in a flexible manner and carry out appropriate work to maintain service objectives. It is a work-based learning opportunity which allows individuals the opportunity to bridge the gap between full time education and employment by offering live work experience which leads to individuals achieving a competency based formal qualification.

This Job Description may be amended at any time after discussion with you, but in any case will be reviewed before.

Signed:…………………………………………… Date:……………………………..