IT sales apprentice

Build strong relationships with employers, learners, and training prospects Promote both funded and paid training programmes, including apprenticeships and short courses Make outbound & take inbound calls, send emails, and follow up with leads to generate interest and close opportunities Manage phone conversations confidently handling objections and learning to turn rejections into results (don’t worry, we’ll train you!) Use modern CRM tools to track activity, stay organised, and support sales performance Work alongside the marketing team to follow up on campaigns and events Attend live and virtual events to support partnerships and drive engagement Learn real-world sales tools and strategies - this isn’t a tick-box apprenticeship; it’s training for life Understand the education and training industry, especially in tech, business, and employability Show your growth mindset - we’re developing future sales professionals, and high performers may have the chance to join us full time at market rates

Training:
IT Technical Salesperson Level 3 Training will be a mixture of face to face and online

Training Outcome:

Career Progression After This Apprenticeship:

This apprenticeship is designed to build real-world sales and communication skills - giving you a solid foundation for a successful career in business development, account management, or customer success

Depending on your performance and progress, you may have the opportunity to:

Secure a permanent role with Step8Up at competitive market rates Progress into a Sales Executive or Business Development Associate position Develop towards roles such as Account Manager, Partnership Coordinator, or Sales Team Lead Gain experience in education sales, a growing field aligned with tech, employability, and learning innovation Continue your learning journey with further qualifications in sales, marketing, or leadership At Step8Up, we value talent and ambition. High performers are nurtured, supported, and given room to grow

Employer Description:
Step8Up Academy is a values-led education and consulting company delivering Skills Bootcamps, online courses, and workplace training. We work with government, employers, and individuals to bridge the gap between education and employment — especially in technology, digital, business, and leadership skills.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Curiosity,Adaptability,Time Management,Verbal skills