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IT Support Apprentice

Pembroke College · Cambridge · posted 30 October 2026

Wage
£15,184 a year
Hours
36.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 5 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Information communications technician (level 3)
Starts
2 December 2026
Closing date
25 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Provide day-to-day IT support to students, Fellows and staff
  • Assist with diagnosing, maintaining, upgrading and replacing hardware and software
  • Monitor and record the performance and behaviour of IT systems
  • Carry out basic printer maintenance, including replenishing supplies and resolving common faults
  • Support the management and maintenance of the College network and computing facilities
  • Assist with server room hardware status checks and reporting
  • Support the setup and operation of audiovisual (AV) equipment
  • Help prepare and provide IT equipment for projects and events
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of work completed and knowledge gained
  • Attend training courses, seminars and meetings as part of your professional development

Your training

The programme integrates live and online workshops with self-paced learning, employing a guided discovery approach for individual learner contexts.

Learners are assigned a Digital Learning Consultant (DLC) for personalised coaching and support. These specialists ensure their successful progress, wellbeing, and readiness for assessments.

Where it leads

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

About Pembroke College

Pembroke College, one of the constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge, provides a world-class academic environment for students, Fellows and staff, supported by a modern IT infrastructure that underpins teaching, research and administrative services.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsProblem solving skillsTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE 3 of any subject (grade 4+ (A* - C)) — essential
  • GCSE Maths & English (grade 3+ (D or above)) — essential

Where you'll work

  • PEMBROKE COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE, CB2 1RF

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