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Dolly Parton has passed away, aged 80 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c0ry0yzxeyxt

A few that I took with my phone

Got them both on my Kindle via Kindle unlimited. Will be ordering them as well soon

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If you have the paid version of Salamander Integration Suite, they will set up a scheduled task to run overnight. I don't think there is a way of running the free version automatically.

Try Aspira Cloud - https://aspiracloud.com/services/migration/

It's a wide spread issues that Microsoft are aware of. Get it reported to Microsoft education support (https://aka.ms/edusupport) so that they know that your tenant is affected. The company I work for have a number of support tickets with Microsoft about the issue after schools have been reporting it to us today. https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/msoffice/forum/all/class-notebook-tab-has-disappeared-from-both/eca3182e-554f-4957-9ba6-57f91f844b1f

My daughter has just started secondary school. Her school gives each student with a Yondr pouch for their phone. They can open it when they leave the school side at the end of the day. It sounds like they have been doing this for a few years now.

https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/jobs?Alttemplate=JobAdvert&JobId=42179&JobReference=orbis/TP/362833/42178&JobName=IT-Support-Technician-(St-Marys-School-and-College)&Organisation=St-Marys-School-and-College&Department=Partnership&location=Bexhill%20-%20on%20-%20Sea

I was lucky to get the photos I got because it was covered by cloud not long afterward that was taken!

Tonight's moon.

We are looking to appoint a Senior IT Technician to support our busy Network Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the ICT Network Manager to ensure that the ICT resources in the school are safe and effective. They will respond and resolve problems relating to hardware and software and be the first point of contact between system users and the Network Team. The successful candidate will have the knowledge and experience to deputise in the Network Manager's absence and play a key part in all IT projects within the school. https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136568/EDV-2024-PS-59136

Reach South Academy Trust are looking for 4x IT Services Technicians. Plymouth/Devon Based (2 Roles) Dorset/South Wiltshire based (1 Role) Gloucestershire/North Wiltshire based (1 role) FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade D Pt 8 - 14, £24,702 - £27,334 per anum Closing date: for applications is Friday, 12th July 2024 Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Wednesday, 24th July 2024 (Devon) Thursday, 25th July 2024 (Dorset/South Wiltshire) Friday, 26th July 2024 (Gloucestershire/North Wiltshire) https://mynewterm.com/jobs/728774568/EDV-2024-RSAT-28952

As part of our Multi Academy Trust expansion we are looking to expand our Central Trust IT team at Blackdown Education Partnership. We are seeking to appoint a friendly, outgoing, and capable IT Technician at this exciting time, to be based at a newly built school in the Orchard Grove development. The IT Technician will provide remote and onsite IT Support for the Centralised IT Systems across the 12 schools within BEP, as well as IT Support to the Central Team, currently based across 2 offices. They will work with a range of stakeholders, including teachers, students and suppliers, to provide support with IT usage, development and implementations, all with the aim to facilitate exceptional teaching and learning opportunities for all. £24,294 - £26,421 per annum Closes 03/97/2024 https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Central%20IT%20Technician%20-%20%20Blackdown%20Education%20Partnership/ https://www.bep.ac/work-with-us

Has the Teams Apps for Assignments has been disabled in the Teams Admin Centre?

https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/job/%20Infrastructure%20Engineering%20Manager%20-%20Thinking%20Technology%20(Thinking%20Schools%20Academy%20Trust)%20/

https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/jobs?Alttemplate=JobAdvert&JobId=38951&JobReference=orbis/TP/262638/38951&JobName=ICT-and-Digital-Services-Technician-(Sussex-Learning-Trust-Warden-Park-Secondary-Academy)&Organisation=Sussex-Learning-Trust-Warden-Park-Secondary-Academy&Department=Partnership&location=Cuckfield Salary: £25,119 - £27,803 per annum Contract type: permanent Working pattern: Full-time Closing date: Sunday 4 February 2024 Interview date: Thursday 8 February and Tuesday 13 February 2024 How to apply: please download an application pack, available on our website https://www.sussexlearningtrust.co.uk/join-us/vacancies/... and email your completed application form to [email protected] as soon as possible Who to contact if you have a query: please contact [email protected] 37 hours per week Salary Grade F-G depending on experience ~£25,119 - 27, 803 This is a key role for our member schools and the academy trust as a whole. The Digital Services department supports over 3000 students and 350 staff by providing a wide range of provision and support services across to enhance the delivery of learning and to support our operations. Sussex Learning Trust currently consists of 5 schools - Warden Park Secondary Academy, Warden Park Primary Academy, Northlands Wood Primary Academy and Woodgate Primary Academy in Mid-Sussex and Chichester Free School in South West Sussex. We expect the Trust to continue to grow in 2024 and beyond based on our continued high quality work in Sussex. All of our academies have fully articulated digital strategies and these are led by our central Digital Services team operating from Warden Park Secondary in collaboration with our school leaders and Digital Champions. Warden Park is an Apple Distinguished school and has an extensive deployment of Google for Education across all our schools. The Digital Services department consists of a team of 10 staff who lead IT infrastructure services, device management, wifi management, and other business systems. We maintain 25 server installations, 700 PCs & laptops, 2000 ipads and several 100 Chromebooks across the trust. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well-motivated and suitably qualified person who is positive, flexible and well-organised with a ‘can do’ approach; someone who is hardworking and pro-active, who can work to a programme of work but who can also use their own initiative, with a strong work ethic and time management skills. The ability to work effectively, calmly and often under time pressure is essential. This post is based in Mid-Sussex and will focus on the 4 schools located there, but not exclusively so. If you are interested in this role and you would like to be considered for this post, please download an application pack, available on our website https://www.sussexlearningtrust.co.uk/join-us/vacancies/... . Please email your completed application form to [email protected] as soon as possible. Any queries regarding the post can also be directed to this email address.

https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=128400 SENIOR IT TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME - QEGS 5.1-5.5 (£26,392 - £29,750) Queen Elizabeth’s is seeking to appoint an experienced, reliable and personable individual to join our IT Department. As an IT technician you will be professional, efficient and provide a service which underpins and supports student learning. Duties include Google G-Suite administration, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. An understanding of AV systems would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be calm under pressure, a self-starter, observe confidentiality and be a team player. A willingness to contribute to other areas of school life would be welcome. For further information please visit http://www.queenelizabeths.kent.sch.uk or telephone the school office. To apply email [email protected] Please complete and return the School Application and Ethnicity Forms. Closing date: Midday, Thursday 15th February Interviews: Friday 23rd February

https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=128352 This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding school. We are seeking an inspiring and committed IT Technician. Broomhill Bank School is not just a place to teach, but to educate. Through a whole school holistic approach, we focus on both academic and wider skills to prepare and develop every student for their life ahead. Our students are aged 11-19 years and all have an Education, Health & Care Plan supporting their communication and interaction difficulties, often related to Autism. With class sizes of 10 and with additional adult support, we tailor our curriculum and classroom delivery to every student’s individual needs. Our students make good progress thanks to the high-quality teaching and our multi-agency approach including teams of Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Pastoral and Residential Teams. We welcome applications from IT Technicians at any stage of their career, from mainstream or special education as we provide a programme of specialist training for all new members of staff, in addition to our ongoing CPD programme. Broomhill Bank School is committed to recruiting talented, highly skilled staff and we are looking for an IT Technician who: Provides an outstanding IT service to all within the school Is a reflective practitioner with a "can do" approach to find solutions to emerging IT issues Enjoys working and forging positive relationships with staff and young people regarding IT challenges Has an enthusiasm for new IT approaches to benefit all within the school Is ambitious, professional and committed to further personal development Is committed to working as part of a dynamic team of professionals both in and out of the classroom. In return we can offer you: To be part of a resilient and talented body of staff who work tirelessly every day to transform the lives of young people To work in a collaborative and supportive team who remain calm, positive and creative , promoting unity as we resolve emerging challenges together Staff development which is key to our school improvement plan. Expectations are high and there is an array of bespoke support and development opportunities available through our excellent CPD Programme consisting of Twilight sessions, online learning and academic courses Our rewards scheme includes: Kent Rewards, Kent Child Care Vouchers, Local Government Pension Scheme. If you have the enthusiasm and desire to work as part of an exceptionally supportive staff team in our highly successful special school, we would welcome your application. Broomhill Bank School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure applications to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), verification of candidates’ right to work in the UK and other pre-employment checks as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023). Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of our recruitment process. We value diversity and promote equality for all.

We have an exciting new position for an IT Manager to further enhance our IT infrastructure. You will work closely with the executive team and operational management to ensure that our IT provision meets our needs now and is fit for the future. You will be responsible for managing the development of IT throughout the school within an agreed annual budget. A proactive approach to developing team members’ ability to achieve high professional standards, both individually and collectively, is a core focus. Application Closing Date: Monday 5th February 2024 Shortlist Interview Date: WC 5th February 2024 https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=128536

If you use SalamanderSoft, they can add the timetables to calendars as well.

There will very limited trains on the Friday as well seems they are on strike again on the Saturday.

The latest prices are here on the NCSC website. https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/information/cyber-essentials-prices-2022

We are looking to appoint a hardworking and dedicated Network Manager to maintain and develop our school’s IT system. We are looking for an individual who not only has the knowledge and skills to undertake this role but someone who truly embodies the school’s vision and core values. The post holder will have overall responsibility for managing the help desk ticketing system, handling all aspects of IT technical support and prioritising their own and their team’s workload. The individual in this position will need to have excellent inter-personal skills and be able to communicate clearly and sensitively with stakeholders and work well in a team. You need to be able to work on your own initiative and have the ability to work well to deadlines during busy and pressured times. A key element of the role will be to contribute and support the ICT development plan alongside the School Business Manager addressing and removing any barriers to Teaching and Learning. The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring that the school is GDPR compliant. If you want to work in a School where everyone is valued and supported to be the best they can be (both students and staff) then this is the school for you. Please click on the following link or copy to your browser to get a flavour of St Wilfrid’s https://youtu.be/I5REzWqgTe0. As you will see from the link, we have great facilities, great staff and above all, great students! This is a school that wants to be the very best it can be. Do you want to be part of that? You do not need to be a Catholic to work here, indeed many of our staff are not, but a willingness to embrace the ethos of the school is expected. The strength of community at St Wilfrid’s is a strong one based upon mutual respect. The staff work incredibly hard and are prepared to go the extra mile for the students in their charge. Our students are amazing and they contribute enormously to making the school such a welcoming and productive place. Our most recent Section 48 Diocesan Report (October 2017) and our Ofsted Report (January 2018) certainly reinforce this aspect of school life. All potential applicants are invited and encouraged to arrange a visit – we firmly believe you won’t be disappointed! St Wilfrid’s 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 a DBS check at an Enhanced level. Posted Date:3 October 2022 Closing Date:20 October 2022 Interview Date:W/c 31/10/2022 https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/network-manager-west-sussex-1706487