PLEASE NOTE: This is an apprenticeship opportunity. We are unable to proceed with your application if you have an IT-related qualification at a Level 3 or higher, or if you have extensive IT-related work experience.
Role: IT Support & Automation Apprentice
Location: Market Harborough, LE16
Salary: From £8 per hour
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
** PLEASE NOTE - A DRIVER IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE **
Brief description of the role
Our client help pharmacies work smarter through cutting-edge automation- including the SINTESI Original Pack Dispensing Robot and the Celia MDS Robot. They are growing fast and looking for a motivated apprentice who wants to build a career in IT, engineering, and automation.
You’ll support our technical and engineering teams while learning how to:
- Troubleshoot IT and hardware issues
- Work with networks, operating systems & cloud tools
- Support robot installations and system setups
- Communicate with customers and handle support queries
- Use ticketing systems and follow real IT processes
This apprenticeship includes structured weekly training covering hardware, networking, cybersecurity, cloud, data, troubleshooting, project management, and emerging tech (AI, IoT & automation).
Knowledge skills and behaviours developed in the role
- Technical
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- IT fundamentals
- Industry standards - best practice
- Organisation
- Critical thinking
- Self-learning
What We’re Looking For
- Interest in IT, robotics, automation, or engineering
- A problem solver who enjoys hands-on work
- Confident communication with customers
- Organised, reliable, and eager to learn
- Full UK driving licence
What You’ll Gain
- Level 3 IT Technician Apprenticeship Qualification
- Real experience with advanced pharmacy robotics
- IT fundamentals: networking, cybersecurity, cloud, hardware
- A pathway into automation engineering or IT support
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £8.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you drive with access to your own car?
- Why are you looking for a career in the IT sector?
- What experience do you have in IT so far? (This can include IT-related hobbies, or IT-related online courses)
Work Location: In person