Apprentice Information Communication Technician (Support Technician)

Job summary

This apprenticeship is working toward a Level 3 Information Communication Technician qualification. The Digital Services Department is offering two 18 month Information Communication Technician - Support Technician Apprenticeships. The Digital Services Service Desk is a small team providing first line support for IMT services to a number of Healthcare organisations across Devon. The successful applicants will work at all times under the supervision of a qualified/experiences member of staff and provide first line support to clients on all matters relating to IT provision.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role:

Examples of the daily responsibilities include:

  • Eliciting information from clients in a succinct manner.
  • Recording any work requests accurately in our bespoke Service Desk application.
  • Fixing certain issue reported by clients during their initial contact.
  • Creating and managing Active Directory objects.
  • Liaising with both internal and third party support teams.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

  • Is punctual and reliable.
  • Is a good team player.
  • Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Has a positive can do attitude.
  • Has a strong desire to follow an IT career pathway.

The successful applicant will undertake an 18 month Information Communication Technician - Support Technician Apprenticeship. You will work towards the following modules:

  • Networking and Architecture
  • Mobile and Operating Systems
  • Cloud Services
  • Coding and Logic
  • Business Processes
  • Functional skills in IT, English and maths (if required)

The salary equates to 70% of a Band 3 for the first 12 months and, subsequently, 75% for the final 6 months.

Successful completion of the Apprenticeship will provide you with the required skill set to apply for future internal and external vacancies.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Mike Kelly, Service Desk Manager, on 01392 403930 or mjkelly@nhs.net

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential
  • See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable
  • See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Gladstone Road

Exeter

Devon

EX1 2ED


Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/


Company
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Exeter, United Kingdom EX1 2ED
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£22816.00 - £24336.00 a year
Posted
Company
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Exeter, United Kingdom EX1 2ED
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£22816.00 - £24336.00 a year
Posted