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Kingston Grammar School is looking for an IT Support Technician to join the busy IT department, providing IT support to the school community. You will provide first-line support to staff, ensuring the smooth operation of our IT systems and delivering excellent customer service. Working as part of the IT team, the key responsibilities for this role include: Responding to IT support requests via phone, email, and ticketing system Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues Setting up and configure laptops, desktops, and mobile devices Assisting with user account management and password resets We are interested in applications from individuals who can demonstrate a good level of technical competence, an understanding of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office and familiarity with networking concepts (Wi-Fi, LAN). You will also be able to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, excellent communication and customer service skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to start their career in IT or build on existing technical skills and experience. The role is offered on a full time, permanent contract working 8:00 – 16:00, Monday to Friday based on the school site. Flexibility is required as there may be technical event support outside of the core school hours which would be discussed and agreed in advance with the Director of IT. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 21st January 2026 at 9am. The school reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended. For queries regarding this role, please email: [email protected] Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.   Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). **APPROVED**

Kingston Grammar School is looking to appoint a full-time Digital Media Technician to join the IT Support Team, focusing on the delivery of and support for digital resources across the school. The main responsibility of this role is to provide technical support for school events, assemblies and digital resources within the classroom including digital presentations and audio equipment. The Digital Media Technician will also provide technical support for presentations online and be responsible for creating multimedia presentations and capturing content at school events, editing and presenting the footage to be used across various school platforms. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent IT skills, remain calm in potentially pressurized situations and be able to troubleshoot issues and provide solutions. Experience in a customer service or media background would be beneficial and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to manage time effectively, and pay attention to detail. A creative flair to your work is also required as there will be elements of graphic design and presentations including shortform video within the role. A competitive salary and generous benefits accompany this role, and it offered on a full-time, permanent contract working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Additionally, the post-holder will be required to work occasional weekends and evenings to support events which would be agreed in advance. This role is based on-site at KGS. The closing date for applications is 9am on Friday 6th June 2025. Please apply via the school's vacancies page: Digital Media Technician - Eteach Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.   Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Registered Charity No. 1078461 **APPROVED**

We are seeking a candidate with a passion for Computer Science and the technical skill to deliver outstanding Computing lessons. They will have strong subject knowledge, including programming, and have experience of delivering Computer Science at least to GCSE level, but ideally to A-level as well. This role is a fantastic opportunity for those who love to create with digital technology to pass that enthusiasm on to our students. The successful applicant will be a strong team player, joining a small but dynamic department, receptive to new ideas but committed to improving outcomes for students. The role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience plus generous benefits and we will consider full or part time applicants. The closing date is 9.00am on Friday 5th April 2024. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please follow the link to the school website to apply: Teacher of Computer Science - Eteach **APPROVED**

Are you passionate about technology and education? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference? We are seeking an IT Systems Manager to join our team and oversee the technology infrastructure that supports Kingston Grammar School. The main function of this role is to implement the strategic IT plan and maintain and enhance the school’s network, hardware and software systems ensuring data security, privacy and compliance with relevant regulations. The IT Systems Manager will also provide technical support to the KGS community and manage the upgrades and improvements the network of IT systems within school. The successful candidate will have previous experience as a Senior IT Technician or Network Manager and proven experience in managing IT systems, preferably in an educational setting. You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, the ability to troubleshoot problems and a pro-active approach to IT. The closing date for the position is 9 am on Friday 5th April 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview at any time, therefore early applications are welcomed. Please follow the link to the school's vacancies page to apply: IT Systems Manager - Eteach Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school. Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Registered Charity No. 1078461 **APPROVED**

IT Technician Full time, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year or term time plus Kingston Grammar School are looking for an experienced IT Technician who is able to assist with the day to day running of the school’s IT systems as well as troubleshoot issues as the occur. They will have excellent communication skills and be able to problem solve effectively. Working alongside the current Network Manager and IT Technician and reporting to the Director of IT, we are interested in applications from individuals who can demonstrate a good level of technical competence to troubleshoot problems, communicate solutions effectively and provide hardware and software maintenance on a variety of devices. Please see the job description for more detail regarding the role. The successful applicant will ideally possess demonstrable experience of managing many users, ideally within a Service Desk environment and will possess a good understanding of Internet technologies. You will be able to work to deadlines, work well as part of a team and be confident providing lesson support for Computing and Computer Science lessons as required. Please apply via our school website: Careers at Kingston Grammar School - Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 6PY | Eteach The closing date for applications is Tuesday 4th April at 9am. The school reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended. Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school. Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Registered Charity No. 1078461 IT Support Technician Sept 2022 (1).docx