Trust IT Apprentice                                         

Are you fascinated by the dynamic world of IT and intrigued by the prospect of contributing to a thriving Multi-Academy Trust? Eager to embark on a fulfilling career, while actively earning as you learn? Imagine honing skills that seamlessly translate into both professional success and personal growth. If this resonates with you, then this opportunity is tailor-made for your aspirations!

This exciting opportunity is for an apprentice to join an ever-growing IT team based in Loughborough. You will work alongside the Trust IT Lead and team to ensure the smooth running of the technical IT service across all schools within the trust.

We are looking for candidates with good communication and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Along with a good level of IT skills including Microsoft Office software, you will be able to manage your own workload and respond swiftly to tight deadlines.

In this role, you’ll work towards your Level 3 Information Communication Technician Apprenticeship, delivered by our expert training team at Baltic Apprenticeships.

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  You will be required to work 37 hours per week all year round. There will be a split between working within the IT function (80%) and having allocated time to complete your course (20%).

The role of IT Apprentice will involve working across a number of different areas including:

·         Help desk support

·         Monitoring, diagnosing, repairing and recording breakdowns.

·         Maintaining accurate records.

·         Carrying out routine maintenance work.

You will have GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above, and a Level 2 IT qualification – GCSE or BTEC. You will have knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection, and have experience of Windows/Apple operating systems.

You will have good communication and problem solving skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Along with a good level of IT skills including Microsoft Office software, you will be able to manage your own workload and respond swiftly to tight deadlines.

This role is fixed term for a period of up to 17 months or until the apprenticeship is completed, whichever is sooner – (this is subject to a satisfactory 6-month probationary period). Over the duration of the 17 months, you will receive a combination of face-to-face and online training and support.

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for any vacancies available at that time.

About the Mowbray Education Trust

The Mowbray Education Trust (MET) is a family of schools dedicated to providing children with a first-class education. Based in Leicestershire and reaching far beyond, our settings support pupils throughout their education journey, providing them with the skills and knowledge to thrive and make a positive impact on society.

Our Senior Leadership Team work collaboratively across the Trust to enhance each school, whilst allowing them to keep their own sense of individuality.

Mowbray Education Trust Vision and Values

Children First: educating today, inspiring tomorrow.

We are an inclusive community where every child thrives, every voice matters, and together we shape a kind, ambitious, and resilient future.

Inclusivity

-       We are an inclusive and inspiring community where every child thrives, ambitions are nurtured, and resilience is celebrated.

Aspiration

-       Educating today, empowering tomorrow – a community where every voice matters and every child reaches their full potential.

Collaboration

-       Together, we build a kind, ambitious, and resilient community where every learner is valued and supported.

Our Trust Employee Benefits  

-      High quality continuous professional development throughout the year

-      Career progression opportunities within the Trust

-      Occupational sick pay, maternity, and paternity pay

-      Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

-      Cycle to Work Scheme

-      Free eye care tests

-      On-site parking (JFC/IVES/BR/SRD/GRV)

-      Employee wellbeing schemes

-      Accessible central services including HR, finance, and IT.

-      A minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Further information

Annual Salary: £15,444.98 per annum (SPOT)

Hours: 37hours per week (Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 4pm)

Application deadline – Midday, Wednesday 13th May 2026

Interviews – TBC

(We may interview suitable candidates before this date, so early enquiries/applications are encouraged)

Mowbray Education Trust reserves the right to close adverts early if sufficient applications are received.

Mowbray Education Trust embraces and welcomes diversity and equality.

Mowbray Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working within the Trust to share this commitment. All roles are subject to full pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check.

Mowbray Education Trust ~ Children first