IT Technician - Dorking, Surrey - Salary £20k-23k - Closing Date Monday 29th August

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About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an entry level IT professional to work at the Ashcombe School in Dorking, Surrey. We are seeking someone with commitment and enthusiasm to be part of a lively, well managed and successful team. The successful candidate will be given full support and encouraged to engage in further professional development which we believe will benefit both the individual and the school.

This is a full time position, 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Working days are Monday to Friday.

24 Days Annual Leave (Plus 8 Bank Holidays)

SESSET 4 £20,722 to £22,716 per annum

LGPS Pension Scheme

 

Our Facilities:

Windows server infrastructure – there are 12 virtual and 5 physical Microsoft Windows servers, running a mix of Server 2016 & 2019 operating systems

VMWare infrastructure – there are two physical VMware ESXI servers running VMWare vSphere 6.7

Backup infrastructure – one physical server running Veeam backing up to QNAP NAS and JP LTO6 Tape Library

The network – we have a fault tolerant network of 42 managed HP Aruba/Procurve switches, and 50 Unifi Aps

IT Suites – we have 30 rooms which contain student desktops, including 15 rooms that have at least 23 computers, with some having as many as 35. All ICT suites are running either Windows 10. The software provided differs from room to room, with examples being Adobe Creative Cloud, Sibelius & Cubase Software

Staff computers – all teaching staff use encrypted Windows 10 laptops. Additionally, there are desktops in IT suites and offices

 

Person Specification:

The ideal candidate will have the following skills.

 

Essential

 

• A keen interest in computer software and hardware
  
• A positive attitude and team player
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  
• Good working knowledge of Windows 10
  
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for common IT and A/V issues
  
• Fit to carry and setup equipment for bookings around the school
  
• Willing to tackle repair of laptops or desktops under supervision
  
• Willing to understand practical tasks, installation of TVs and speakers
  

 

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within a school environment
  
• Knowledge of Azure, Active Directory and Group Policy
  
• Knowledge of DHCP and DNS
  
• Experience with printer maintenance including MFPs
  
• Experience with CCTV deployment and maintenance
  
• Experience of a managed wireless solution such as Ubiquiti Unifi
  
• Experience of working with managed switches and networked equipment
  
• Experience using an IP Telephony system
  

 

How to Apply:

Follow the link to our website and complete a ‘Support Staff Application Form’ at www.ashcombe.surrey.sch.uk

 

Applicants should submit the Application Form and a letter of application which should not normally exceed two sides. A curriculum vitae is not necessary as all relevant information should be included on the application form or in the letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 29th August 2022, but early application is advised as the school reserves the right to interview and appoint as applications are received.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Edited August 12, 2022 by AshcombeIT