Tier 1 Power Platform Specialist Apprentice

The apprentice will learn, and then to apply, the skills needed to build Microsoft Power Platform solutions for our customers.

Responsibilities will build over the course of the apprenticeship. In the early months these tasks will be closely supervised, moving towards independent delivery with review.

Build and amend business applications using Microsoft Power Apps, working with canvas apps first and model-driven apps later in the programme. Create and maintain automated business processes using Microsoft Power Automate. Work with structured business data in Microsoft Dataverse and SharePoint Online. Build reports and dashboards using Microsoft Power BI. Test solutions built by colleagues and identify defects before they reach a customer. Write and maintain clear technical documentation for customers and colleagues. Attend customer calls, requirements workshops and project delivery sessions, observing at first and contributing as confidence grows. Complete all assigned tasks within agreed timescales and raise any obstacle early. Complete off-the-job learning, coursework and assessments set by the training provider within the required timescales. Work towards Microsoft certifications, beginning with PL-900 Power Platform Fundamentals. Follow Vantage 365 processes and procedures, including timesheet and task updates.

Training:

AI & Automation Practitioner Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard: 

The successful candidate will undertake a 20 Month, nationally recognised qualification through TDM. This is a work-based learning programme which will require commitment to block weeks in an online training room once every quarter.

You will be required to demonstrate through the standard that you meet all competencies and behaviours, which will lead to the achievement of the qualification.

You will have a designated mentor in the workplace to support your learning and at the end of programme will be assessed via an external assessment body. 

This is a Level 4 qualification. 

Develop the skills to identify business inefficiencies and implement AI-powered automation solutions that improve productivity, reduce manual tasks, and streamline operations. Apprentices will learn how to analyse workflows, integrate digital tools, and design low-code/no-code automation solutions using technologies such as Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate and Power Apps.

Key Modules:

1. Strategic and Ethical Adoption of AI Automation

2. Solution Design, Development and Iteration

3. Governance, Assurance and Continuous Improvement

4. Stakeholder Engagement, Workforce Enablement and E-Portfolio

Training Outcome:

The Vantage 365 Power Platform career path runs from Tier 1 Specialist through Tier 2 Specialist to Senior Specialist and Principal Specialist. A successful apprentice enters that path at Tier 1 on completion.

Employer Description:

Vantage 365 is a Microsoft Solutions Partner based in Brierley Hill, made up of four separately registered specialist companies trading under one brand: Consultancy, Training, Support and Recruitment. They share a head office and a standard, so that customers get specialism without the handoffs of four unrelated suppliers.

Vantage 365 Consultancy builds Microsoft 365 and Power Platform solutions for organisations across legal, media, construction, energy and the charity sector, including a global law firm, an international film distributor and a sports wellbeing charity.

Working Hours :
09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Reliability