The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
IT Apprenticeship Programme
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Foundational IT support, basic networking, operating system administration, customer service, and adherence to ITIL processes.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently resolving L1 tickets efficiently and accurately.
- Demonstrating a solid understanding of our core systems and tools.
- Proactively seeking out learning opportunities and asking insightful questions.
- Receiving positive feedback from users and senior colleagues on your support quality.
- 2
Internal Helpdesk / Service Desk Role
1-3 yearsSkills to master
- Excellent customer service, incident logging and escalation, basic troubleshooting across a range of applications and hardware, and understanding of IT service delivery.
You're ready to move on when
- Mastering first-contact resolution for common issues.
- Showing initiative in documenting solutions and improving user guides.
- Expressing a clear interest in deeper infrastructure challenges beyond end-user support.
- Demonstrating an ability to learn new technical concepts quickly.
- 3
University Graduate (IT/Computer Science)
0-1 year (post-graduation)Skills to master
- Applying theoretical knowledge to practical, real-world IT problems. Understanding enterprise-level systems and processes. Developing professional communication and teamwork skills.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully completing a relevant internship or project during your degree.
- Demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A clear passion for infrastructure and operations, backed by personal projects or relevant coursework.
- An eagerness to learn the specifics of our tech stack and operational procedures.