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Platform Engineer Apprentice

Hemel Hempstead
£23,901 per annum
Permanent
Hightown Housing Association

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Platform Engineer Apprentice

Hightown Housing Association - Hemel Hempstead

£23,901 per annum - 35 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Platform Engineer Apprentice to join our team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, networking, and IT support while working towards a Level 3 qualification.

You’ll help maintain and optimise our cloud and on-premise systems, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

Apprenticeship Details:

  • Level 3 IT Solutions Technician (Advanced)
  • Duration: 17 months
  • Training provider: LearnTech (remote and on-the-job learning)

During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning working towards completing the IT Solutions Technician standard.

The training covers the following core occupational duties:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Azure cloud infrastructure and on-prem systems
  • Assist with servers, storage, networking, and SaaS platforms
  • Help troubleshoot IT and network issues
  • Support LAN/WAN performance and connectivity
  • Assist with system patching (e.g. Windows, VMware, Cisco Meraki)
  • Work with teams to improve systems and automate processes
  • Document procedures and configurations

Essential Requirements

  • Basic knowledge or interest in IT infrastructure
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Commitment to excellent service and Hightown values

Desirable

  • Awareness of Microsoft Azure or cloud technologies
  • Experience with scripting (e.g. PowerShell)
  • Knowledge of networking or IT support environments

Entry Requirements

  • 5 GCSEs (Grade 9-4), including English and Maths, or equivalent

Eligibility

  • UK/EEA resident for 3+ years
  • Right to work in the UK

About Hightown

Hightown is a charitable housing association managing 9,000+ homes and supporting communities across several counties. Our mission is to provide homes and support to help people live independently.

Why Join Us?

  • Gain a recognised IT qualification
  • Work with modern cloud technologies
  • Supportive team and career development opportunities

Job Type: Permanent

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Job ID: 225168649

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