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JAGS (James Allen's Girls' School) are looking for an IT Systems Engineer - JAGS, East Dulwich - £50-60k DOE - Closes 11/09/23 Vacancies - James Allen's Girls' School (jags.org.uk) Advert-IT-SYSTEMS-ENGINEER.pdf (jags.org.uk) Candidate-Pack-IT-SYSTEMS-ENGINEER.pdf (jags.org.uk) Lots of exciting times ahead! Any questions, get in touch. [email protected]

A customer-focused, highly technical and enthusiastic IT Engineer is needed to support an independent school in Notting Hill area. With a salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience. Please note you must have experience working within Schools, Colleges or the education sector. Role Overview In this role, You will be responsible for providing IT support and strategic advice to students, teachers and school staff to ensure the technical side of learning and school systems are running smoothly. Responsibilities: ● Monitoring all hardware and software on the school grounds. ● Be the first point of contact for all technical issues. ● Install and update all school IT systems. ● Ensure that escalated IT issues are resolved within the school's service level agreements. ● Assuring ICT systems are fully functional, robust and secure at local schools through appropriate policies and procedures. ● Ensuring all IT changes are managed in a structured way and documented correctly. ● Making sure that all reported incidents are resolved efficiently. Essential Qualifications and Experience: ● Experience working in a similar role with a school, college or education institute. ● Excellent understanding of school IT systems. ● Strong technical skills, including Microsoft products - Active Directory & Group Policy, Windows 10, Windows Server 2012 & Above and Microsoft 365. ● Impeccable written and verbal communication skills. ● Experience in diagnosing and resolving technical errors. Apply or call today! Ravi Patel Managing Director GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 07904 015757 Email CV and application to - [email protected] For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/ **APPROVE**

Senior IT Engineer Opportunity working for a leading group of Schools based in South London. BENEFITS: 26 days annual leave + bank hols; dynamic working environment; local government pension scheme; Perk Box (shopping and restaurant vouchers); training & development programmes; cycle to work scheme; childcare vouchers; great career progression opportunities Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) Location: Primarily based in a school in South London (99.9% of the time) –with the expectation that you may be required to visit other schools when required The Academy Group includes significant numbers of schools in both the public and the private sector, working together for a mutual benefit. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people across London. THE ROLE Support the IT Service Manager in delivering, maintaining and supporting technology in the Academy Assist in the management of staff, including their activity, performance and development Responsibility for day to day delivery of IT Services within the Academy, with additional support and guidance provided by the IT Manager and Deputy IT Manager(s) Manage plans/implementation of developments in the IT service Line manage the IT Technicians at the school Desktop and application support (i.e. diagnosis procedures on hardware, peripherals and applications) Server and network support Monitor the Schools’ procedures on configurations and installations Asset management Design, implementation and monitoring of the schools’ backup and virus policies, as well as security systems to protect hardware, data and confidential information WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Excellent communication skills, enabling effective relationships to be built with colleagues, students and teachers at the school Experience working in a school as an IT Technician/Senior Technician or in a similar capacity Advanced knowledge of network operating systems Experience in virtualised server environments Highly adaptable problem-solver If interested, please e-mail your updated CV and you will receive a response should you be shortlisted. Otherwise, if you know someone who is suitable please pass on these details. Successful referrals will be rewarded with a £250 voucher. APPLY NOW – Submit your CV to [email protected] or contact us today on 07904 015757 to discuss the opportunity further. GreatFind Recruitment is a London based recruitment agency specialising within the IT and EdTech sectors. We pride ourselves on our strategic, consultative approach, delivering tailored recruitment solutions that meet your goals. We help you grow, whether you’re exploring your career options or building your own team. Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment 19 Years Experience working with Schools! Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/

IT Field / Service Desk Engineer Salary up to £27,000 Great opportunity working for a leading Trust of Schools in East London. Brief Summary of Requirements / Technical Skill Requirements: · Excellent knowledge of ICT systems - Servers, SANs, Networking and Wireless · Ability to support Server 2012, Hyper V / VMware · Good knowledge on Office 365 / Google · Windows 7 and 10 desktop support · Experience managing / supervising a team of technicians · Excellent Troubleshooting skills Please contact me for full information- Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @greatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line, Project Engineering and IT Manager roles available within the Education Technology sector - contact us for a full list of available job opportunities

Calling all IT Managers / Network Managers / Technicians and Engineer with experience designing, procuring and installing school and academy IT systems. This is great 'hands on' opportunity to progress your career and to take on an exciting and next challenging role. Please contact the GreatFind Team to find out more… Great Find Recruitment is currently working alongside one of the UK's leading education specific provider of professional support services to schools, colleges and academies in search for a Procurement and Projects Manager. The successful candidate will be working within our clients Technology Services department and servicing their client base at their various site locations. Whilst their main office is located in South London, the successful candidate will be required to travel around London and on occasion further afield. It’s a very exciting time to join our clients successful team as their recent growth in the market means that they now service over 2,000 client locations. Reporting to the Head of Technology Services will involve: • Meeting with senior decision makers and school governors to discuss new and existing project plans • Creating bespoke packages to ensure that our client is able to successfully service all areas of the market for their customers • Contributing to the overall development and continuous review of current service offerings, focusing on the Procurement and Projects side of the business related to the Technology Services Division range • Managing structured quality assurance processes • Creating detailed quotations based on project requirements • Liaising with thirds parties, clients and internal departments during the implementation of project work • Carrying out project sign off and handover for customers following new installations • Updating and maintaining a CRM and other project tracking and monitoring systems • Working alongside the Technical Support Teams to deliver training – ensuring that all staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge to support installations • Attending monthly meetings with Management to discuss project performance and progress against SLA’s and KPI’s Desired Experience – Practical: • Can do approach for all client needs, customer focused and motivated, whilst also able to motivate others within a team • A strong leader - able to take responsibility for individual and team objectives • A confident decision maker – able to coordinate overtime with larger projects and manage project deadlines • Able to produce clear and concise work instructions and procedures, both written and face to face • Project Management skills and experience and any additional certifications would be advantageous • Approachable, professional and well presented, both on and offsite with clients • Ideally 3-5 years IT project management experience involving technology deployments within the education sector • Quality Control experience and IT best practises/regulations Desired Experience – Technical • Experience with virtualised servers and client devise environments. Microsoft Hyper-V, VM Ware, Citrix based solutions • Experience with deployment and management of IOS, Android and Mac OSX client device deployment • Backup technology knowledge: Windows Server Backups, Veritas, Symantec Backup Exec and other online backups • Microsoft TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS knowledge • Server operating systems and client operating systems knowledge • Good knowledge of Antivirus tools and large scale network security tools • Managed learning solutions and managed learning environments knowledge This role is extremely varied, challenging and equally rewarding. You will enjoy ownership of large scale project planning and implementation, enabling you to quickly develop your knowledge of the industry and new evolving technologies. Your innovative solutions, creative way of thinking and strong background in IT projects and support services will mean the acquisition of new and client sites, enabling you to strengthen your portfolio and profile in the industry. Our client is offering an extremely competitive benefits package which includes a basic salary of up to £47,500 plus other additional benefits. Is this the next challenge for you? Please contact one of our experienced consultants at Great Find Recruitment to discuss your suitability to the post. APPLY TODAY to submit your CV for consideration. Great Find Recruitment is a proud supporter of Equal Opportunities in the workplace. To apply email [email protected] Get in touch for additional information@ GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected]

Service Desk Engineer - Multiple Vacancies – 1st line through to 2nd Line Salary £18k to £27k Great opportunity working for a leading Trust of Schools in Surrey / SW London Brief Summary of Requirements / Technical Skill Requirements: · Good knowledge of ICT systems - Servers, Networking and Wireless · Ability to support Server 2012 – Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP · Good knowledge on Office 365 · Windows 7 and 10 desktop support · Excellent Troubleshooting and Communication skills If you have experience supporting schools and are seeking a new challenge for 2018 Apply Now Benefits include: - · 24 days annual leave · Amazing 15%+ Pension Contribution To Apply please send your CV to [email protected] Please feel free to contact me for any additional information. Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @greatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line, Project Engineering and IT Manager roles available within the Education / Corporate Technology sector - contact us for a full list of available job opportunities For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on all Social Media Channels - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/ https://www.facebook.com/GreatFindRecruitment/ https://twitter.com/greatfind_ravi

Exciting opportunity for a high achieving Independent School in the Surrey area in search for a talented Service Desk Analyst / IT Engineer. As a Service Desk Analyst, you will be joining the IT Services department in an effort to ensure the smooth operation of the in-house I.T network. The role encompasses support of all communications infrastructure on the site and is ideally suited to someone with experience gained through a similar role. In line with Service Desk objectives, you will work as part of a talented team by providing technical support to staff and also external matters as necessary. Core working hours are to cover 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri, covering occasional evenings and weekends. Reporting to the Service Desk Manager you will be: · Providing technical support in order to ensure the smooth operation of the site’s servers, devices, virtual environments and LAN infrastructures · Supporting software installation and maintenance, as well as technical support to staff · Monitoring the safety and security of all networks and ensuring on-time maintenance is carried out to minimize the risk of downtime · Installing network telephone systems with technical support requirements and external contracts · Building on your existing skills set and knowledge base by assisting the Systems Manager as required · Conducting hardware checks, repairs and maintenance schedules · Monitoring the service desk by accurate record keeping, carrying out administration tasks and logging support calls · Ensuring Data Protection is enforced in relation to information stored on the network · Troubleshoot basic network issues such as ADSL broadband issues · Maintaining a high degree of customer service for all support queries and adhere to all service management principles · Providing 1st and when required 2nd line troubleshooting support of I.T related issues covering software and hardware such as PC’s, Printers and Scanners · Communicating progress regarding on-going issues to staff in a timely manner The role offers plenty of challenges and a good opportunity to gain valuable experience within the I.T support sector. You will require an aptitude for working with applications and systems in order to undertake analysis and diagnostics. I.T issues can vary from simple staff issues to more complicated technical issues, which in itself represent a great opportunity for growth within the role and the organisation. What our client is looking for in a candidate: · Previous Experience working in or supporting a School or College desirable · Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, determined and professional at all times · Willingness to learn and better knowledge by working alongside senior I.T staff · Able to prioritise arising issues and manage demanding workloads during busy periods · A confident communicator and a people person, able to communicate fluently via telephone, email and face to face and translate complex information to staff · Strong team player who is also confident working alone when required · Knowledge of Educational software packages and OS software deployment · Experience implementing Telephony Systems would be an advantage for the role · Windows Server 2008 R2 and 2012 R2 within windows 7 and 10 environment would be beneficial · ITIL qualifications or similar would also be of particular interest Benefits Include: · A competitive market salary of up to £28,000 depending on previous experience · 25 days holiday plus bank holiday annual leave entitlement · Pension Scheme · Additional benefits available Due to the work environment, all candidates will be subject to DBS checks in accordance with the site policy. Is this the next challenge for you? Apply now! To Apply please send your CV to [email protected] Please feel free to contact me for any additional information. Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @greatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line, Project Engineering and IT Manager roles available within the Education / Corporate Technology sector - contact us for a full list of available job opportunities

https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/it-engineer-greenacres-scout-drive-wythenshawe-manchetser-m23-2sz-1991453 The Prospere Learning Trust are looking to appoint two IT Engineers to provide specialist technical IT support across Trust Academies including the development and maintenance of infrastructure / resources and to provide general support to staff and pupils. Under the direction of the Head of IT Services, you will also support the installation, maintenance, availability and security of the Trust-wide network, hardware, and software. You will support one of two clusters: Cluster 1 Prospect House Primary School located in Higher Blackley Manchester Enterprise Academy Central located in Fallowfield Grange School located in Levenshulme Cluster 2 Chorlton High School Chorlton South High School Pioneer House High School This is a permanent post, working 35 hours per week, term time plus an additional 6 weeks. The post holder will play an integral role in the delivery of outstanding IT support to schools and will be required to work across several sites. The starting salary for this post is Grade 4, reflecting a starting salary of £24,294 pro rata which equates to a salary of £23,575.

We are recruiting for a 2nd Line IT Senior Engineer for a leading Independent School in West London. Your role as will include 1st, 2nd and 3rd Line maintenance and support of the Schools ICT Systems as well as assisting team members. Experience required: Microsoft Server Stack, Virtual servers, VMware, SAN, Networking, Wireless, Firewalls, SCCM. Experience and Knowledge Supporting networks and infrastructure in a 2nd and 3rd capacity. Windows and Apple Mac systems, software and services. Active Directory, Office365., MDMs, Network services, wireless, Windows Servers Salary package - IT Senior Engineer Line Engineer – Up to £35k for the right candidate. Closing Date - Monday 6th May Ideally we are looking for candidates with previous experience working in Schools or in an Education managed service provider. A host of Great benefits on offer. Kindly contact me for full details or submit your application / CV directly to me - [email protected] Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment 19 Years Experience working with Schools! Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @GreatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line, Project Engineering and IT Manager roles available within the Education / Corporate Technology sector - contact us for a full list of available job opportunities For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/ **APPROVED**

We have several amazing opportunities with immediate starts across London and Surrounding counties working for credible Technology Providers and Schools open for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Line ICT Engineers. – both perm and contract. Education experience, supporting schools and colleges highly desirable. Salaries all negotiable depending on experience - Up to £40-45k Our lines our open over the weekend so feel free to reach out to me directly in total confidence. All referrals welcome and fees paid 😊 Or Feel free to send me an email and your CV - we can schedule a call for early next week. Email all CVs to [email protected] Feel free to call 07904 015757 for a confidential conversation. www.greatfindrecruitment.com - 19 years experience working in the Schools IT Sector / Specialists in IT Recruitment **APPROVED**

Excellent opportunity to join an independent school as their new IT Support Engineer based in the Watford / Harrow area. This role is perfect for someone who has a background in supplying IT support within an education environment. Responsibilities: ● Support all school staff and students with first and second-line support via the ticketing system and email/telephone enquiries. ● Maintaining the school's databases are operating at the highest standard. ● Provide installation, configuration, and support for networked PCs, laptops, and peripheral devices. ● Ensure that end-user hardware and software solutions are configured, installed, and tested. ● Technical support and set up of event equipment such as projectors, Interactive boards, lights and sound systems - working alongside the AV technician. Requirements/Experience: ● A minimum of two years experience working with IT systems. ● Experience in support and maintenance of Windows Server, including AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP ● Experience supporting and maintaining Windows 10 OS, Office 365 and using Audio-Visual equipment. Apply today or contact us. Come and see us at Bett 2022 at LONDON Excel - Register for our event at the Fox Excel on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th March from 2pm onwards. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bett-show-meet-greet-greatfind-recruitment-tickets-239907027377 Ravi Patel Managing Director GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 07904 015757 Email CV to - [email protected]

A great opportunity to join a great team and learn some new skills. https://www.northstartrust.org.uk/vacancies-detail/59

Senior IT Infrastructure & Support Engineer Full-time, Permanent £38,000 to £41,000 dependent on experience Location: Ashford, Surrey (Nr Heathrow airport) Required from August / September 2021 The Role We would like to appoint an experienced individual to join the School's IT department and take up the post of Senior IT Infrastructure & Support Engineer. The successful applicant will be someone who will be responsible for the day-to-day support of the School’s IT and infrastructure including systems, software as well as maintaining networks across St James Schools. You will be focused on having excellent communication and customer service skills. Previous experience of working in a school is desirable. The role is based at St James Senior Boys’ School in Ashford, Surrey. Hours of work: 8.00am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday. Benefits • 25 days’ holiday (in addition to bank holidays) • Generous company pension • Small friendly team environment • Free lunch provided during term time To apply for this role, please visit: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/senior-it-infrastructure-and-support-engineer-hammersmith-and-fulham-1476254 and complete the online application form by clicking ‘Apply Now’. Closing date: 9am on 2 August 2021. Interviews will be arranged with shortlisted candidates directly. We reserve the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. **APPROVED**

***6-month contract*** Urgent requirement for an IT Support Engineer in Central London – Immediate Start, competitive salary / day rates. A valid DBS Enhanced would be ideal but not essential. Term of likely to extend and will be on-going. A leading secondary school in Central London is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive IT Support engineer to join their talented and passionate team. Excellent opportunity to gain experience in this 1st class school. Hours: Term-time (40 weeks per annum) + 2 weeks during the school holidays Salary: £21,000 to £28,000 term time only, salary pro-rata Location: Central London Responsibilities Installation and configuration of the organisational and educational software Installation and troubleshooting of desktops, laptops, mobile devices and network equipment Maintenance and installation of audio-visual equipment Maintenance and installation of peripherals User assistance level 1/2 following user requests Exceptional customer service. Enhanced DBS check will be required. Apply today and send a copy of your CV to me directly [email protected] ***Bett Show 2020*** GreatFind Team will be attending the show across all 4 days 22nd to 25th January. Whether your looking for new talent or seeking a new role contact me to arrange a coffee meeting 😊 .................................................................... Ravi Patel GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] For our latest vacancies visit - http://www.greatfindrecruitment.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/greatfind-recruitment/

GreatFind Recruitment has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT Technician to join a highly reputable education group in the South West London area. As a Group, they offer their staff highly competitive salary prospects, generous benefits packages and a sense of true satisfaction as the seek to help pupils achieve the very best from their education years. Their broad reach across England and wide range of educational programmes throughout the UK has led to their 8th award from a recognised educational body. In your role as a Lead Technician for South West London, you will be joining a team of IT professionals in a collaborative effort to support technology requirements for UK schools and academies, as well as focusing on your allocated Academy. You will strive to maintain and improve IT standards across the board and play in lead role in maintaining the smooth running of IT services across the brand as well as overseeing the technical team. Reporting to the IT Service Manager, you will oversee the day to day running of the technical support service, focusing on performance and development of staff within the department. You will work closely with other staff to ensure a high level of service is provided to your allocated Academies. Your key responsibilities will be: · Working with the Service Manager to generate IT reports for your allocated Academy on a monthly basis, to assess performance against the agreed SLA’s · Line managing a team of technicians, providing further training and support as necessary · Overseeing the provision of ICT systems across the brand to ensure a satisfactory performance · Supporting the Service Manager in planning educational requirements, emerging technologies, affordability and financial planning · Implementing backup, security and recovery plans for your designated Academy · Maintaining up to date hardware asset registers · Scheduling testing and reporting for backups · Monitoring anti-virus / malware provisions and overall security of IT systems to ensure integrity of data, systems and resources · Managing active network components at your Academy and WAN links · Upgrading servers and installing operating system across multiple sites · Liaising with 3rd part suppliers and IT contractors during as required Person Specification: · Strong understanding of commercial IT policies, preferably within an education environment · Strong network troubleshooting experience in multi-site (large user base) environments · Security, firewall, safeguarding and health and safety experience (preferably within education) · It is preferable that the new post holder possesses Cisco / Microsoft Network Certifications such as CCNA or Windows equivalent · Knowledge of ITIL service desk operations in order to manage a successful service desk · Good knowledge of MS Office suite Active Directory administration experience TCP/IP and DNS support experience · Previous experience with the procurement of IT equipment and hardware · Local/Wide Area Networks and Wireless technologies As well as great responsibility, this position offers great reward for the successful candidate. Our client is offering training and development opportunities, as well as a generous benefits package and salary of up to £0,000 for the right candidate. Does this sound like your next challenge? Are you a confident IT technician, looking for a step up. APPLY today! Contact Great Find Recruitment to discuss this opportunity with our experienced consultants. Great Find Recruitment is acting as a recruitment partner in relation to this role and is an equal opportunities employer. Please note that an enhanced DBS check may be required before the successful applications can be considered for the role. Please get in touch today for a confidential discussion about this role. To apply email [email protected] Get in touch for additional information@ GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @greatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line and Management roles available within the Education Technology sector - Please contact us for additional information.

Our client is a Leading Independent School. They are seeking an IT Engineer to work within their IT Department, to assist with helpdesk and on-site support services. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with IT support experience, particularly within an educational environment and someone who relishes new challenges. Your main responsibilities will include: • To provide onsite 1st line technical support for the school’s ICT systems • Remote support with ticket queries, providing timely and effective resolutions to minimise down time • Managing, monitoring and prioritising tickets via the Helpdesk System and updating clients on resolution progress • Conducting diagnostics over the phone over the phone, via email communication and via desk-side visits • Building up strong relationships with third party software and service providers in order to understand complex issues • Communicating technical information to your client’s IT departments and keeping an accurate log of IT records • Performing software and equipment audits and maintaining equipment allocation and software licensing records • Managing backups and security software for clients The ideal candidate will conduct themselves in a professional manner and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Due the nature of the role some heavy lifting will also be involved, therefore candidates must make themselves aware of Health and Safety regulations, both on an off-site. The ideal person specification: • A proven track record in managing customer relationships and providing excellent customer service in a customer delivery environment • A strong understanding of all Microsoft Operating Systems and Applications • The ability to install ICT equipment including, but not limited to; desktops, laptops, A/V equipment, printers, projectors, apple products and also provide diagnostic support • Someone able to prioritise workloads and correctly categorise I.T issues according to customer expectations and agreed SLA’s • A self-starter, with the ability work alone on-site with clients and as part of a team • Able to demonstrate a high level of organisation, to ensure client tickets are responded to as efficiently as possible • An individual that is both flexible and reliable in terms of working hours • 1st line support experience Windows Server 2003 - 2012 experience is essential and previous experience working as a school technician would be advantageous. Candidates also possessing IT certifications relevant to the role will be of interest. The benefits include a competitive salary of up to £27,000 and a range of benefits to be discussed at interview stage. As our client is a provider of services into the Education Sector and as such are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people, their policy includes a full DBS check for the successful candidate. Does this sound like your next move? Our client is very focused on progression and development in the workplace. This role is a great platform for learning and building on your existing knowledge. They have a great reputation for looking after their staff and promote a great workplace atmosphere. APPLY TODAY! Submit your CV for consideration, or contact us today for a confidential discussion about the role. To discuss the role in further detail, please get in touch with an experienced consultant at GreatFind Recruitment on 020 3318 2128. To apply email your CV to [email protected] Get in touch for additional information @ GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected]

GreatFind Recruitment is working with a well reputable secondary school in Oxford for their Senior IT Technician role. The successful candidate will provide technical support on the ICT hardware and software of the school and its maintenance, and if required visit to other Trust schools. If you have interest on education of young people, or have passion gaining further experience in a forward-thinking and supportive environment, apply now. Please note an enhanced DBS check is required. Application will be closed on 7 May (Monday). And applicants must be able to attend the interview on 18 May (Friday)Duties and responsibilities:Desktop, Application and Network Support Installation, maintenance, integration/configuration and/or troubleshooting of ICT system, network equipment and Infrastructure, PCs, applications, AV equipment, projectors, third party software, peripherals Basic PC hardware repairs and upgrades, hardware and application deployment, and replacement of consumables such as toner, paper and mice etc. Support teaching staff in the use of applications (such as Google App) as well as equipment and devices in assemblies and meetings, and in classrooms Provide 2nd line level support, priorities daily support tasks, response and follow-up support requests User management, and give advice on compatibility of hardware, applications and user requirements Support day-to-day operations of Network Infrastructure, Wireless system, Print management, mobile devices, helpdesk, and its documentations Maintenance and Security Implement and give improvement advice on maintenance of the school's backup, anti-virus protection and security procedures Maintain documentations including system manuals, schedules, equipment inventories, order forms and records etc. Basic IT Procurement and its documentation Support for the school's library system, and catering system Liaise with third party service providers to ensure effectiveness Assist with updating the school's website and intranet Strategy, Planning and People Management Make sure the ICT team achieve its highest performance and meet the operational standards, and fulfil the needs and aims of the school Assist with the research of developments for the ICT service and their implementation Identify failing systems and suggest solutions Give upgrade advice on the school’s Wireless system Take part of ICT team induction, and user training for academic and support staff See yourself as part of the school, a bigger team Follow the Health and Safety guideline and instructions, regularly review the updates and report to the line manager if there is potential hazard You may also be asked to perform additional, or alternative tasks, by your Line Manager Personal Qualifications and experience At least 2-year ICT experience, preferable within school environment Work knowledge on network and wireless (DNS, DHCP, IP, LAN, TCP/IP, Ethernet, Fibre, 802.11 Wi-Fi, telnet, SSL, Switch), hardware (printers, scanners, digital cameras), print management, applications, configuration, server (2012, 16), Windows (7, 8, 8.1, 10), Office 2016, Active Directory, Group Policy and User account management Well-organised, Good time management, task management and problem-solving skills, able to prioritise and handle tasks under a busy environment and in a timely manner Good communications (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, can work independently as well as a good team player Good sense of access rights, confidentiality, and data protection Sense of continuous development and learning (with evidence) Knowledge on the following will be an advantage: Meraki (for Apple and Windows devices), CCTV, SIMS, Salamander, Google Apps, Papercut, wireless, filtering systems, network infrastructure, use of HTML and PHP, Hyper-V, CMS, or health and safety policy The position offers a grade 7 salary of £21K progressing over time to £23K. An additional allowance of up to £1,750 per annum is available for a suitably experienced candidate. You will also enjoy 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Apply now to join this outstanding school which is also part of an expanding multi-academy trust (MAT). An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant. Please note an enhanced DBS check is required. Application will be closed on 7 May (Monday). And applicants must be able to attend the interview on 18 May (Friday).Shortlisted applicants are requested to fill in an application form and send it back by application deadline. Also, the school will need to seek /verify references and ID of shortlisted candidates.Greatfind Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an agency in relation to this role. About GreatFind RecruitmentWe specialise on IT Channel recruitment, especially in education sector. We work on different job level vacancies from graduate jobs to 3rd line Technicians, and in various departments including IT, sales and marketing, and operations.We’ve worked in the IT channel for nearly 20 years. We deliver a consultative, personal service to our candidates and clients, and we won’t rest until everyone is happy.Keywords: IT Channel, Oxford, Education, school, Academy trust, 2ndLine, ICT, Network, Active directory, Group policy, applications, hardware, user, wireless, server, configuration, troubleshooting, Google, Windows; Please get in touch today for a confidential discussion about this role. To apply submit your CV email [email protected] Get in touch for additional information@ GreatFind Recruitment Tel - 020 3318 2128 Out of hours - 07904 015757 Email - [email protected] @GreatFind we have a number of 1st / 2nd / 3rd Line and Management roles available within the Education Technology sector - Please contact us for additional information.