Friday, 6 March 2015

HA4 - Training

Game & Wildlife Management Apprenticeship

1 day a week college attendance at the Easton campus. Training for all job specific tasks will be given.  In addition the apprentice will have the support and guidance of a qualified assessor from the college, who will make on-site visits every 6-8 weeks. There may be the occasional need to attend either the Otley or Easton campus for short training courses and tests.

Source: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeships?Keywords=game&Location=m276hb&LocationType=NonNational&ApprenticeshipLevel=All&SearchField=All&SearchMode=Keyword&Longitude=-2.33919988148486&Latitude=53.5210315778225&Hash=0&WithinDistance=0&SortType=Relevancy&PageNumber=1&SearchAction=Sort&ResultsPerPage=5

Apprentice Game Designer

We offer you a full time apprenticeship. Based on our experience, if you complete this apprenticeship you will have acquired the skills necessary to land a job in the game development industry. In short, will teach you the skills to be able to go directly into any game company or production. We have a close connection to the industry and our network of partners is continuously growing. During your apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to meet with major developers around UK and EU. Aside from learning from these visits and seminars, this also means you will be able to apply for and do parts of your apprenticeship at these companies. Project based learning is the core for everything we do, and during these projects we hope that you will be part of bringing new IPs and games to the market. Successful projects can lead to royalty deals and also the possibility to start your own company with friends.

Source: http://www.themanchestercollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships/student/vacancies/apprentice-game-designer-114162

Web Game Design Apprenticeship

This conmpany requires a web apprentice who has some experience or demonstrable enthusiasm in associated technologies like HTML / JavaScript and PHP. For this Apprenticeship role you will be working as part of a team with your role being primarily focussed on the development of the browser client look and feel, rather than development of the low-level game logic which is handled on the server. Games are designed to run both externally and internally to social networks such as Facebook and Google+.

Relevant training necessary for this Apprenticeship will be provided to support the job role and your activities, but this is very much a ‘learning on the job’ role. Our team are highly skilled and will give you all the right knowledge to start producing valuable work from day one.


This Apprenticeship role is truly one of the best ways to get into the rapidly growing world of web development giving great career advancement opportunities.

http://apprenticeships.qa.com/vacancy-search/vacancy-details?vrn=1211-0001-00002893

I.T. Apprenticeship

Brentwood County High School
Particular duties include:
• Assisting in the maintenance of the school website including posting news items
• Monitoring social networking sites for the school profile and updating school information.
• To check the ICT.suites after the last session each day to ensure everything is tidy and in good order.
• To support teaching staff/students in the technical aspects of ICT.
• To undertake basic servicing.and consumable replacement.
• To assist with the weekly hardware checks, repairing any simple faults or reporting more complicated faults as appropriate
Desired skills

An understanding of social networking and IT systems
Qualifications required

English GCSE Grade C or equivalent

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/499143

ICT Support Apprentice
Coodes Solicitors


The ICT department provides a myriad of technical services to all staff within the firm at the company's head office and 6 regional branch offices. The apprentice will help provide technical support and advice to all users of our ICT services and ensure any operational problems or queries are diagnosed and resolved as quickly as possible.
Reporting to the ICT Manager, they will be a member of the ICT Team providing a full ICT service to the company, assisting with systems/network administration, hardware/software maintenance and installation, Windows PC/Server troubleshooting and application support. They will need to ensure that customer requests and calls, initiated via the Helpdesk, are responded to in an effective and professional manner. The role requires a strong customer-focused approach and will involve customer liaison, problem solving, fault logging/tracking and general systems support. They may also be required to assist in the planning, development and deployment of new systems and other projects.
Desired skills

The successful candidate should be self-motivated with proven analytical and problem solving abilities. They will need to be an organised and structured individual with good time management skills and have the ability to prioritise and manage their workload effectively.
The ideal apprentice will have good organisational skills so you are always on time for work and college and you are able to prioritise your workload and meet deadlines well. You will also have great ICT skills, including knowledge of Microsoft programs to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint. You have good communication skills so you are able to deal with pupils and staff in a polite and friendly manner.
Most importantly you should have a passion for technology and keeping abreast of new developments in all relevant ICT areas. Good inter-personal skills are also vital. You must also need to be a good communicator and be able to demonstrate an excellent command of verbal and written English.
Qualifications required

We will be looking for candidates with 5 GCSEs grade C or above to include Maths, English and ICT (or equivalent).

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/465454

Apprentice ICT Support Technician
Shavington Primary School

Apprentice ICT Support Technician required to assist with the general ICT, software management, and hardware management support.
Main duties to include:
Installation of software
Problem solving IT issues
Monitoring of equipment
Printer management
IT stock management
Purchasing equipment
Additional IT related issues as and when required
Desired skills

Candidates should be computer literate and have knowledge of office programmes.

Qualifications required


ICT Qualification
GCSE’s A-C in English & Maths (or equivalent). Functional Skills are offered as part of the apprenticeship framework depending on qualifications held by the candidate.

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/492097

ICT Apprentice
Northstone Web Design



A fantastic opportunity to train as an ICT Support Technician, to work alongside a Microsoft Certified Professional performing IT infrastructure Hardware/Software & Support tasks.

Desired skills

Good knowledge of IT systems and installation standards
Ability to follow procedures and systems
Excellent customer service skills
Good communicator
Good organisational skills
Ability to work within deadlines
Interest in Office and Adobe
Some knowledge of programming
(Full training will be provided for the right candidate)
Qualifications required

GCSE A- C in Maths and English, or equivalent plus excellent ICT skills
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/502160

ICT Apprentice
La Sainte Union Convent School
• Facilitate the smooth running of the network by undertaking reasonable tasks as required, including some administrative tasks.
• Support the school’s Internet, Email and Virtual Learning Environment.
• Support the day-to-day running of the curriculum/admin network in collaboration with the Network Manager.
• Provide support and maintenance for network hardware and software, including classroom support.
• Provide technical support for curriculum and school events
• Support staff in the use of ICT equipment.
• Report faults to the Network Manager as required.
• Support in-house training as and when required.
• Attend meetings as and when required.
• Be aware of and comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

Desired skills


Good written and interpersonal communication skills
Able to establish good working relationships with staff, pupils parents and outside agencies
Computer literate
Willing and able to complete all learning and assessment requirements of the relevant framework
Qualifications required


Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
Hold 5 x GCSE grade A-C to include English Language and Maths
Or be willing to work towards the appropriate level of English, Maths and ICT qualification
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/513011

ICT/Accounts Apprentice
Your E Solutions Limited

This opportunity is very varied but will include;
Providing support assistance to internal and external customers in a busy combined web design / accountants office.
Database management and maintaining the CRM ie customer relationship systems.
Providing admin/IT support, including maintaining company and client data.
Emailing clients, producing mail merge documents, database management, dealing with clients data support needs.
Some of the Key Attributes we would like you to possess include;
Some knowledge and interest in Web related applications, and previous experience would be an advantage.
Good key board skills and an understanding of, and interest in working in IT.
Good communication skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy are essential key.

Desired skills

Some knowledge, previous experience and interest in Web related applications;
would be an advantage.
Good key board skills and an understanding of, and interest in working in IT.
Good communication skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and to work on own initiative.
Qualifications required

English and Maths GCSE at grade C or above or equivalent would be preferred but will consider candidates with a real interest in ICT, Accounts and Administration.

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/480281

ICT Apprentice
CCL Stressing Systems Ltd

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Involved in PC setup
• Purchasing IT hardware/software
• Administration of user accounts/groups
• Maintenance of asset databases
• Managing projects

Desired skills

• Excellent organisational skills
• Accuracy
• Customer focused approach
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Detailed understanding of Windows Operating System
• Common sense and logical thinking
• Organised and able to plan ahead
Qualifications required

5 GCSE’s at grades A*- C or equivalent (including English Language and Maths)
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/513424

Thursday, 5 March 2015

HA4 - Higher Education


Course 1

Computer Game Applications Development (G450)
Abertay University
Undergraduate Degree

Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Duration: 4 Years
Study Mode: Full-time

Link: http://search.ucas.com/course/summary/438813/computer-game-applications-development?Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ret=providers


Course 2

Computer Games Technology (G470)
Abertay University
Undergraduate Degree

Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Duration: 4 Years
Study Mode: Full-time

Link: http://search.ucas.com/course/summary/439454/computer-games-technology?Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ret=providers

Course 3

Games Design and Production Management (G452)
Abertay University
Undergraduate Degree

Qualification: BA (Hons)
Duration: 4 Years
Study Mode: Full-time

Link: http://search.ucas.com/course/summary/439046/game-design-and-production-management?Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ret=providers

Course 4

Compueter Graphics, Vision and Games (G450)
Aberystwyth University
Undergraduate Degree

Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Duration: 3 Years
Study Mode: Full-time

Link: http://search.ucas.com/course/summary/435298/computer-graphics-vision-and-games?Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ret=providers

Course 5

Computer Graphics, vision and games (inc integrated industrial and professional training) (G451)
Aberystwyth University
Undergraduate Degree

Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Duration: 4 Years
Study Mode: Full-time with a placement (sandwich)

Link: http://search.ucas.com/course/summary/433237/computer-graphics-vision-and-games-inc-integrated-industrial-and-professional-training?Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ret=providers


Website: http://search.ucas.com/search/providers?CountryCode=&RegionCode=&Lat=&Lng=&Feather=&Vac=1&AvailableIn=2016&Query=game&ProviderQuery=&AcpId=&Location=&SubjectCode=

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