ICT Technician

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within the team to assist in the delivery of first line IT support throughout the school including deploying IT hardware and software to users. You will need excellent interpersonal, communication and technical skills together with the ability to work accurately under pressure. A good general education, computer literacy and a ‘can do’ attitude is required along with the ability to work well in a team. Prior experience in an IT role is desirable.

The role involves providing initial triage and support for all ICT issues in the school, implementing fixes where possible, and escalation to senior colleagues where required. The schools’ systems comprise of a primarily windows network, with a Dell/Extreme networking core and wireless infrastructure with an embedded Microsoft cloud services ecosystem.

You will be a key member of the team to be part of and progress the school’s ICT strategy. The role is very much intended as a learning role, with the opportunity for the IT Technician to work with more experienced colleagues to resolve complex issues, where possible.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for IT and strong IT skills.

What WE can Offer YOU

In return for your skills and experience, we provide a supportive and friendly environment to develop and thrive. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (TPS/LGPS); a generous annual leave entitlement with additional shutdown days over the Christmas period; staff development opportunities; free onsite car parking; and a supportive induction programme.

For an informal discussion about this post, please do not hesitate to contact David Brooke (Director of Infrastructure via 01482 469838). For further information and how to apply for this position please visit the School/Trust website.

The Consortium Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, in line with the usual terms and conditions of employment at The Consortium Academy Trust.