Level 3 Print Technician Apprenticeship

Typical responsibilities will include:

Pre-Press:

Client Services - First point of contact Use of Management Information System Pre-flighting and checking files Use of our web to print software Automation of templates and workflow

Digital Print/Finishing:

Produce high quality print and finishing services Offer advice to colleagues and clients Implement agreed corporate branding requirements Maintain equipment to a high standard Ensure that production methods are aligned to client expectations and delivered to the highest standard 

Communications:

Liaise with colleagues in Creative Services and wider teams on all aspects of digital print Provide technical advice and solutions Liaise with Head of Creative Services in relation to scheduling Escalate client issues as necessary

Over time, you will use your experience and knowledge to continuously review processes and practices, with a view to enhance products, improve efficiency and overall workflow throughout the production area. 
 
This apprenticeship will provide the successful candidate with the tools, knowledge and experience that is needed to begin a career as a competent Print Technician. 

Training:

You will undertake professional development and training as part of a cohort of apprentices with the British Printing Industries Federation completing the Level 3 Print Technician Apprenticeship.  
 
The apprenticeship is delivered over 30 months and covers essential core competencies required within the print industry as well as specialist knowledge, skills and behaviours in 1 of 3 optional pathways: 

Pre-press print technician Press print technician Post-press print technician 

You will specialise in one of the optional pathways towards the final 6 months of your apprenticeship. Throughout the apprenticeship you will build a portfolio of work, demonstrating your application of effective print technician duties.  
 
Towards the end of the programme you will be supported to prepare you for your End Point Assessment. The End Point Assessment will assess the development of your Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours within the Print Technician Apprenticeship and will consist of an observation of your work, an interview underpinned by your portfolio of evidence and a multiple choice test.  

Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment within UKRI subject to performance and successful completion of the Apprenticeship and End Point Assessment

Employer Description:
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative