smithson83 Posted January 7, 2023 Posted January 7, 2023 I'm not sure if this is the right place, feel free to move it, but as it's Job Related... Over the past couple of years I've had the unfortunate task of having to find a couple of replacement IT Techs. I'm sure most of you are aware how difficult this is, for reasons that are all too clear in other posts. My question is; Do you guys know of any Education focused, IT Based Supply Agencies? Teaching (and some non teaching) roles are a dime a dozen, and there are set procedures in place for long term absent classroom staff. But there doesn't seem to be anything for admin staff, especially skilled posts like in IT. So do you guys have companies, or go-to places to fill the gaps, or do you just advertise, struggle along and cross your fingers? Any pointers would definitely be most welcome... PS I'll be advertising for a Senior IT Tech role soon, so if anyone is in the market in the Ribble Valley area, keep your eyes peeled.
smurfomatic Posted January 7, 2023 Posted January 7, 2023 Don't know of any company that does this, but maybe an opportunity for business-minded Edugeek types to set one up? Gives those people here who are between jobs a chance to get some work, and show off their skills to potential new employers
Steve21 Posted January 7, 2023 Posted January 7, 2023 ESP guys on edugeek we have used to fill temp slots before Steve
mikeprice Posted January 7, 2023 Posted January 7, 2023 Useful information for people looking for a job as well as well, of course, as the job pages on here little note - when I was looking for a job - quite a few years ago - I found some jobs via the normal teacher supply agencies Hay was one - not sure of the others but each time I was not the only applicant so they did, at the time, look for IT tech positions as well as for teachers 1
Koldov Posted January 8, 2023 Posted January 8, 2023 It occurs to me that although what we do is specialised for many reasons, the main factor limiting a temp/agency solution is the uniqueness of our own individual set-ups... and the depth of knowledge needed to run them (at least effectively/efficiently). I know that there is the argument for a 'server is just a server' and 'Windows is just Windows' and obviously there is some truth to that, but honestly I think we all know that we have configurations, policies, scripts and who knows what else running on our networks that would trip anyone else up and mean a lot of wasted time figuring out why something isn't working. Some of the stuff posted on here makes me dread having to ever look for another job. I've been in a very secluded bubble for over 11 years now and although I obviously know my network like the back of my hand, but going into some of the schools that you guys run would have me looking like a junior tech/apprentice again. I'm not putting teachers down but temp/supply teachers use their teaching skills to deliver lessons that are pretty much fully planned for them. Sure I could walk in and get a basic overview of what does what.... "that's a server (damn it's a blade rack), oh and there is an AP (oh no it's a UniFi), that's an I.T. suite (hell no, it's filled with Macs)... "... But much deeper than that and I wouldn't be actually any real help for days (and in reality possibly weeks)... And then the inevitable conversation... "sorry what were you saying... do you mean the I.T. tech looks after the SIMS administration/Auditorium & Sound and Video production/Portable Appliance Testing and general maintenance of anything with a plug?" Sorry, lots of imposter syndrome kicking in there, but I think the point is still valid... 4
Dos_Box Posted January 8, 2023 Posted January 8, 2023 (edited) There is ESP (as has been mentioned) as well as Great Find, both of who regulary post job listings here. Try PM'ing @Will_Townsend or @Ravi_GreatFind for more information. I'll move this to the 'How do you do...IT? forum as the jobs forum is for listings only and ties in with Twitter and FB feeds, so will look weird! Edited January 8, 2023 by Dos_Box 3
FN-GM Posted January 8, 2023 Posted January 8, 2023 I know that there is the argument for a 'server is just a server' and 'Windows is just Windows' and obviously there is some truth to that, but honestly I think we all know that we have configurations, policies, scripts and who knows what else running on our networks that would trip anyone else up and mean a lot of wasted time figuring out why something isn't working. Isn’t this what documentation is for?
Will_Townsend Posted January 9, 2023 Posted January 9, 2023 Happy to attempt to help and always have temps working through us Will Townsend ESP 020 8559 2077 1
Ravi_GreatFind Posted January 9, 2023 Posted January 9, 2023 Thank you. We assist a number of schools and happy to assist. Best contact number for me 07904 015757. Ravi Patel Managing Director GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 07904 015757 Email your application CV to - ravi@greatfindrecruitment.com For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/ 1
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