IT Apprentice
Astrum Multi Academy Trust, Romford, RM6 4TR8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
21 July 2025 at 9am
Date listed
4 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- IT support
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £7.55 Hourly Apprenticeship rate £7.55 per hour for the first year, and age dependent thereafter
IT Apprentice job summary
Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a meaningful impact in education? Join Astrum Multi Academy Trust as an IT Apprentice and become part of a team that’s transforming the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
We believe that every pupil has the ability to achieve and live a fulfilling life. At Astrum we hold the knowledge, compassion, and resources to make this happen. Our purpose is to unlock potential, nurture growth, and create inclusive environments where every child feels a true sense of belonging.
At the heart of everything we do are our core values:
Inclusion – We create safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued.
Innovation – We embrace new ideas and technologies to enhance learning and support.
Collaboration – We work together across schools, families, and communities to achieve the best outcomes.
Compassion – We lead with empathy, understanding, and care.
Ambition – We strive for excellence and believe in the limitless potential of our pupils and staff.
As an IT Apprentice, you’ll support the day-to-day running of our Trust’s IT systems, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, learning how to maintain hardware, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to innovative tech solutions that enhance education across our schools.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the maintenance and support of IT infrastructure across the Trust.
Provide first-line technical support to staff and pupils.
Help with the setup and configuration of devices and software.
Contribute to IT projects that improve digital learning and accessibility.
Learn and grow through structured training and mentoring.
We’re looking for someone with;
A genuine interest in IT and technology.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A commitment to our values and the belief that every child deserves the best.
Why Join Us?
Our people are what make us truly special. We are proud to be a community of passionate educators, support staff, and leaders who are dedicated to making a difference. As an apprentice, you’ll be valued, supported, and given the tools to thrive—both professionally and personally.
We also provide;
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
- Generous Pension Schemes
- Family-friendly working policies
- Extensive support and development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great location close to TfL Elizabeth and Central Lines
- And more…
Astrum values diversity, 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. We celebrate and embrace unique individuality, background and heritage.
We are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’ and all our application forms hide your personal information so we can focus solely on your experience, skills and qualities.
We believe in fostering a work environment that supports work-life balance. We are open to flexible working arrangements, including remote work, flexible hours, and part-time opportunities.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to actively 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, in line with Safer Recruitment guidance and the need to maintain a safe culture.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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- Multi-academy trust
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