IT Career Guide

From Postal Worker to IT Professional

A guide for postal and delivery workers considering a move into IT in the UK, covering transferable skills, realistic salary and the practical route in.

Postal work demands genuine reliability and independent working, delivering accurately, to a schedule, with minimal supervision. That combination, working reliably and independently while solving problems on the go, transfers well into IT support, especially remote-friendly roles.

What you need to know

Independent, reliable working under a schedule transfers directly into IT support

No degree needed, entry-level roles are built around practical, demonstrable skills

Entry-level IT support salaries typically start around £23,000 to £29,000

Weekend-only training means you can train while still working your current round

Remote and hybrid IT support roles suit people who value independent working

Weekend only

Sat & Sun schedule

Small cohorts

Max 8 students

20 AI tools

Included free

Ready to start?

The September 2026 cohort is now enrolling. Small cohorts fill fast.

See the IT Career Programme