Junior IT Technician Apprentice

Wage: £16,640 a year
Training course: IT solutions technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm, 40 hours per week.
Start date: Tuesday 1 September 2026
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Summary

Progressive Technology Ltd is a rapidly expanding Engineering Business based in Newbury Berkshire. The buisness has grown to be a leading supplier of CNC machined, 3D printed and composite components. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Junior IT Technician to join our dynamic IT team.

Wage £16,640 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course IT solutions technician (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm, 40 hours per week. If over the age of 18, 8am - 5pm, 42.5 hours per week. Please note this role is fully officed-based 40 hours a week Start date Tuesday 1 September 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Serving as the first point of contact for IT Support within the organisation Installing, configuring, and maintaining software and hardware components of the computer and network systems Diagnosing and troubleshooting software and hardware issues Repairing and replacing damaged computer and network components  Supporting employees whenever they encounter challenges with computers and network devices. Maintaining and updating technical documentation regularly Testing new hardware and software before full-scale installation Maintaining asset inventory

Where you'll work

Hambridge LaneNewburyBerkshireRG14 5TS

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Course contents Work at any stage of the solution lifecycle.Interpret client requirements.Prioritise tasks to work within agreed project plans.Ensure resources are used efficiently and responsibly.Design solutions to meet client and business requirements.Identify technical solutions using creative and critical thinking.Install hardware or software, either physically or virtually.Search and use different types of data or information sources.Test and evaluate performance, functionality, and usability of solutions to ensure compliance with customer and project requirements.Deploy and implement solutions, supporting change management practices.Create and maintain documentation in accordance with best practice and organisational requirements.Support multiple contemporary or legacy solutions to required levels of service.Apply organisational policies and legislation in relation to security requirements, privacy, and confidentiality.Communicate using a variety of tools and approaches, adapting language for technical and non-technical stakeholders.Apply continuous professional development CPD to support their own learning, business needs and technical developments.Work at any stage of the solution lifecycle.Interpret client requirements.Prioritise tasks to work within agreed project plans.Ensure resources are used efficiently and responsibly.Design solutions to meet client and business requirements.Identify technical solutions using creative and critical thinking.Install hardware or software, either physically or virtually.Search and use different types of data or information sources.Test and evaluate performance, functionality, and usability of solutions to ensure compliance with customer and project requirements.Deploy and implement solutions, supporting change management practices.Create and maintain documentation in accordance with best practice and organisational requirements.Support multiple contemporary or legacy solutions to required levels of service.Apply organisational policies and legislation in relation to security requirements, privacy, and confidentiality.Communicate using a variety of tools and approaches, adapting language for technical and non-technical stakeholders.Apply continuous professional development CPD to support their own learning, business needs and technical developments.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatienceReliableProfessional and Confidential

About this employer

Progressive Technology Ltd is a rapidly expanding Engineering Business based in Newbury Berkshire. Progressive Technology Group of companies has grown to be a leading supplier of CNC machined, 3D printed and composite components, an award winning, first choice supplier to motorsport and other industries, we have a reputation for innovation, development, and rapid product turnaround.

Company benefits

5 weeks annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays Private health Pension scheme Company mobile phone Free meals prepared daily by our resident chef Subsidised gym membership

After this apprenticeship

Potential to progress