Current Vacancies

IT Support Apprentice – August 2025 start

Starting Salary: £14,567 per year (Apprenticeship Rate)

In preparation for the introduction of our new Student Laptop Scheme, we are excited to be recruiting for an IT Support Apprentice to join our growing IT Technician team for August. This entry-level position is ideal for someone interested in beginning a career in IT support, with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 IT Solutions Technician qualification (equivalent to an A Level).

The apprentice will be a key member of the department, supporting the day-to-day running of the school’s IT systems and providing first-line technical support to students and staff. The role includes managing our courtesy laptop programme, helping students with login and connectivity issues, and assisting with the return and repair process for devices.

Applicants should have one of the following:

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths
• One or more A Levels
• Level 2 qualification
• Relevant professional experience

Applicants cannot have an existing qualification at the same level or higher than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.

Further details about the role can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

This is a fixed-term apprenticeship position for two years, with the potential to progress into a permanent role upon successful completion of the programme.

Hours are 37 hours per week. 8.00am until 4.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am until 3.30pm Friday (inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break daily). 1.5 hours of each day are given for study and portfolio development, which forms part of the required training time. Support will be provided by a Workplace Mentor to assist with your learning.

Annual leave: 27 days per annum plus bank holidays.

About the school:

The school ensures that there is the right work-home balance to support the wellbeing of all staff. We are dedicated to providing outstanding training and development.  Other benefits include, but are not limited to, wellbeing afternoons, free annual flu vaccinations and a staff rewards system.

Alongside an actual salary of between £14,567.00 per annum, the school currently contributes 22.5% (the equivalent of £3,278.00 per annum) towards you being a member of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Applications should be made by completing the application form below and returning it to Heidi Lishman, Senior HR Advisor at The Maplesden Noakes School, Buckland Road, Maidstone, ME16 0TJ via e-mail hr@maplesden.kent.sch.uk

Closing date for applications is Friday 13^th June 2025 (9 am).  This date may be brought forward in the event that suitable candidates are found earlier.  Early applications are therefore recommended.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE – WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL THIS VACANCY BY DIRECT APPLICATION ONLY

Maplesden Noakes School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check.