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Northgate has recently been appointed preffered bidder for the first parts of the Kent BSF contracts and our school will be one of the first to change over. I'm interested to know what system they have put in place in the past in schools with regard to servers, desktops, student and staff laptops etc.... It appears from my Googling that in the past they have largely sub-contracted to RM but they were bidding against RM for the Kent contract so there seems to be a conflict there. I'm also obviously interested in what they do about existing staff and what areas of ICT support they leave to the school to sort out themselves. I would be interested in any on or off the record comments and can be emailed directly via [email protected] if you would your comments not to be on a public forum.

Endeavour MAT is a growing multi-academy trust based in the Dartford area of Kent, with two well established Grammar schools in Wilmington and a new school due to open in 2019 in the stone area of Dartford We are looking for a new IT Technician to join our expanding IT team. We are going through a major upgrade phase of our development with schools in the MAT in the process of a complete refresh of network infrastructure. So you would be joining us at an exciting stage in the development of a new network across the Trust. The ideal candidate will have experience of supporting large network environments and will be familiar with several of the following: servers and virtualisation, end point desktop operating systems and software, switches, WAN, WiFi networks, SANs, routers, firewalls and telephony. WGSB is a member of the Endeavour MAT family of schools, which pride themselves on setting consistently high expectations, securing outstanding outcomes and delivering exceptional standards of teaching and learning for all. We can offer you a dynamic and supportive environment in a thriving and forward-looking Trust. Deadline for applications is: Midnight Sunday 2nd December 2018, with interviews to take place w/c 6th/7th December 2018. Please contact Mrs Owen, Headteacher’s PA, to arrange an informal visit. Application forms are available on our website under Vacancies. Please see https://www.wgsb.org.uk/166/vacancies/careers/1082/it-technician for more information and to apply. **APPROVED**

We are seeking to recruit an ICT Technician to fill a full-time position within the ICT team of Oasis Community Learning. This newly created position will be based at Oasis Academy Hextable in Kent. This person will provide 1st Line hardware and software support, incident management, call logging, asset management, general IT administrative and other IT facility services as part of a Service Desk within the Oasis Academy Hextable IT support team. The successful candidate will have an IT technical background, good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP, Windows7 and Office Applications. Experience of IT services within an Education environment is desirable but not essential. This person must also have a pro-active approach to work and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos. As part of the package, Oasis offers: A good Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme using industry certified accreditation e.g. Microsoft Certified professional , COMPTIA etc An opportunity to work with new technology e.g. HP Servers, CISCO etc A final salary pension scheme with a Local Government pension provider A generous holiday allowance for support staff, starting at 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after two years (plus 8 Bank Holidays) To learn more about Oasis’ vision for unlocking our students’ potential and working in partnership with our local community please visit our website: www.oasiscommunitylearning.org . If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV to [email protected] . Closing date for applications is: 9am on the 10th January 2014 Interviews will be held: Monday 20th January 2014 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment OCL - ICT Support Technician JDPS HEX - DEC 2013.docx

ICT Support Technician — Tonbridge Grammar School Closing date 11th July

A technician vacancy is now available, don't be afraid to send off your CVs. ICT Technician If you need any specific details don't be afraid to PM me.

IT Site Leader (Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey, Isle of Sheppey Kent) SCP 27-31 (£23,698 – £27,123) per annum + Expenses + Local Government Pension An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone looking to broaden their management skills within one of the largest academy sponsors within the UK. We are looking for an IT Site Leader to ensure the smooth running and maintenance of IT systems for our academy on the Isle of Sheppey. Why Work for Us? Oasis Community Learning is one of the largest, fastest growing multi-Academy sponsors in England. With 47 schools opened since 2004 we have developed a substantial staff base, and are proud to be a part of an even larger global organisation: Oasis. With this in mind we try to create a friendly, family-like environment offering support, development, and opportunities for input to all our staff; this is a great opportunity to become part of a global establishment. Oasis Systems With nearly 100 dedicated IT professionals, Oasis IT Services operate a sector leading IT provision across over 50 locations, utilising enterprise technology deployed via a private national wide area network. We have recently invested 3.5 million pounds into these systems. Our solution is built on the latest Microsoft and Cisco technology, providing a dynamic and robust IT environment for our internal clients. About You Based in the Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey split site buildings in Kent, you will feel comfortable supporting your team to advise solutions for school staff and senior management. You will have a strong IT technical background with an enthusiastic approach to customer service. Experience working in an educational environment is desirable, although not a necessity. This is a great chance to develop your management skills as we are looking for someone wishing to take on this challenge! As part of the package, Oasis offers: A good continuous Professional Development Programme (CPD) using industry certified accreditation e.g. Microsoft Certified Professional. An opportunity to work with new technologies e.g. HP Servers, CISCO etc. A final salary pension scheme with a Local Government pensions provider. A generous holiday allowance for support staff, starting at 25 days per year and rising to 30 days after 2 years (plus 8 Bank Holidays). To apply please complete the application form and send to [email protected] by no later than 11am on Monday 21st December 2015. Final interviews will be on the week of the 4th January 2016 on the Isle of Sheppey. We may schedule in a telephone interview prior to this date time permitting. If you have any queries or wish to discuss the role further, please contact a member of the recruitment team on 0207 291 4226 / [email protected] We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff with be subject to appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and referencing. Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment. Oasis Community Learning is a company limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. 5398529 and is an exempt charity under the terms of the Charities Act 1993 and 2006. ICT Site Leader IoS JDPS.pdf EO Monitoring Form.pdf Support Staff Application Form.pdf

Darrick Wood School are looking to recruit a new IT Technician to join their existing IT Support team. We have 1700 students and around 300 staff. The network is made up of Dell servers, Cisco switching with a mix of Dell and Toshiba staff and student devices. Please apply now to join this exciting and dynamic school. Closing date for applications is: 27th November 2014 - 12 Noon Please note only applications submitted on the School's application form will be considered. Application forms and job descriptions are available from the School Office or on you website Darrick Wood School. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974. Darrick Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils.

We have a vacancy for a LEAD: USER SERVICES (FULL-TIME, ALL YEAR ROUND). Expiry date: 23:59, Sun, 8th Oct 2023 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Salary: £43,700.00 - £48,000.00 Per Annum https://www.sevenoaksschool.org/about-us/work-at-sevenoaks/

SCP 27 – 31 (£24,958 - £28,312) per annum + Expenses + Final Salary Pension Oasis Community Learning is one of the largest and fastest growing multi-Academy sponsors in England, with 38 Academy schools opened since 2004. Oasis is currently the most improved academy group in the country. Our mission is to create and sustain a network of excellent learning communities where pupils can realise their full potential. A vacancy for a permanent ICT Site Leader has arisen at Oasis and this is your opportunity to join a global family of charities with a competitive salary, final salary pension and working with state-of-the-art IT, all within a family-friendly environment. Based in the Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey split site buildings in Kent, you will support your team to provide technical advice and solutions for school staff and senior management. You will be reliable, customer-facing, have a pro-active approach and very good technical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, and experience of working in an education environment is desirable, but not critical. Responsibilities will include: Ensure the smooth running, maintenance and development of ICT systems to facilitate teaching, learning, administration and Leadership in the Academy. Identify software, hardware and working practices required to fulfill functional specifications as defined by Academy staff. Support other technicians in performing their day to day duties, by providing technical and procedural advice This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a national IT team which has recently invested 3.5 million pounds in IT systems. As part of the package, Oasis offers: A Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme using industry certified accreditation e.g. Microsoft certified professional, ITIL/Prince2 etc. An opportunity to work with new technology e.g. HP Servers, CISCO etc. A final salary pension scheme with a Local Government pension provider A generous holiday allowance for support staff, starting at 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after two years (plus 8 Bank Holidays) We are committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities we work in and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis Ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment by undergoing appropriate checks, including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to: [email protected]. Please highlight any questions to Yaaba Erzuah, HR Advisor (020 7921 4261). Closing date for applications is Friday 9th May 2014 Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st May 2014 Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment. Oasis Community Learning is a company limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. 5398529 and is an exempt charity under the terms of the Charities Act 1993 and 2006. OCL-ICT Site Leader IoS JDPS - 080414.doc OCL Ethos Statement.doc

The advert below is on the Longfield Academy website. Although it does not sound like it from the title, it is a Data Administrator role, looking after the MIS. Would suit someone with excellent IT skills and a willingness to learn! _______________________________ ASSESSMENT ADMINISTRATOR 20 hours a week – Mon to Fri 9am to 1pm Term Time only Salary: D11 – £16,564 (Actual: £7,232) Required for September 2013 Longfield Academy opened in September 2008 and moved into its state of the art, £26m new building in June 2011. It has rapidly improved its academic results in recent years and was judged as a 'Good' school with many 'Outstanding' features’ by Ofsted in May 2011. We are seeking an excellent candidate to fill the role of Assessment Administrator, to work within our Assessment Team on key aspects of the Academy’s Management Information, reporting and assessment functions. Excellent ICT skills are essential and an awareness of CMIS or similar software would also be advantageous. Experience of working in a school setting is desirable. Applicants should, in the first instance, apply by email for an application pack to: Mrs Brenda Johnson – Personnel Officer [email protected] Closing Date: midday Thursday 23rd May 2013 Interview Date: week beginning Monday 3rd June 2013 The Academy is committed to safeguarding and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBScheck.

Oasis are currentlyrecruiting for a proactive ICT Technician to fill a permanent full-timeposition, based at Oasis Academy Isleof Sheppey in Kent. The Oasis ICT department services our Academies nationwide,providing staff, pupil and external customers support for all aspects of an ITinfrastructure, including Networking, Server, Desktop & Laptop Hardware(Tier 1 Products) and Software. Thisessential role will be part of a Service Desk within the ICT ServicesDepartment, located at Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey, working with a sociable,hardworking and friendly team of ICT professionals providing: 1st Line hardware and software support incident management logging calls administering asset management general IT administration and other IT facility services Weare looking for someone who is pro-active, keen to learn, has a basicunderstanding of Microsoft technology, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, possesses a goodunderstanding of computer hardware and troubleshooting hardware problemsand has an enthusiastic approach to customer service. Thisis an exciting opportunity to be part of a National IT Team which has recentlyinvested ¾ of a million pounds in IT systems. As part of the package,Oasis offers: · Agood Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme using industrycertified accreditation · Afinal salary pension scheme with a Local Government pension provider · Agenerous holiday allowance for support staff, starting at 25 days per year,rising to 30 days after two years (plus 8 Bank Holidays) Oasis iscommitted to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in,and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the valuesand behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expectall staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, includingenhanced DBS checks. To find outmore about Oasis, the work we do and the role, please go to our website: www.oasiscommunitylearning.org . CVs with covering letter should be sent to the following email address: [email protected] . Closing date for applications is: 9amon Friday 29th August 2014 Interviews will be held at the Academyon Friday 5th September 2014. Please highlight any questions to Gemma McPhail, Lead Recruitment& Selection Specialist (020 7921 4226) Oasis CommunityLearning supports Equal Opportunities Employment.Oasis Community Learning is a company limitedby Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. 5398529. OCL- ICT Technician (IoS) JDPS- Aug 2014.docx OCL Ethos Statement.doc

Due to recent expansion in the South East area, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated self-starter to join the ICT department at Oasis, one of the largest Academy sponsors in the UK. The Oasis ICT department services our Academies nationwide, providing staff, pupil and external customers support for all aspects of an IT infrastructure, including Networking, Server, Desktop & Laptop Hardware (Tier 1 Products) and Software. This essential role will be part of a Mobile ICT Team within the ICT Services Department, based in the Oasis Academy Hextable, Kent (TBC). The Oasis ICT team are a sociable, hardworking and friendly team of ICT professionals providing: Smooth running of ICT systems to facilitate teaching, learning, administration and leadership Support to pupils and staff in the appropriate use of ICT, through advice and training Remote and face-to-face technical support in line with the Academy’s ICT support service definition Support and assistance to allow effective use of ICT by staff and students and improving their understanding and experience of its use As the successful candidate will be required to travel between local Academy sites in the South East area providing support and advice, it is essential that you own your own car and hold a valid, full, clean UK/EU driving licence. If you are a good communicator, have an enthusiastic approach to customer service, strong audio visual skills, are task driven, keen to learn, have a good understanding of Microsoft technology, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, possess a good understanding of troubleshooting hardware and have sound problem analysis, then we would love to hear from you. As this job has a strong element of travel you must be a self-starter and motivated to work independently. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a National IT Team which has recently invested ¾ of a million pounds in IT systems. As part of the package, Oasis offers: A good Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme using industry certified accreditation e.g. Microsoft Certified professional , COMPTIA etc An opportunity to work with new technology e.g. HP Servers, CISCO etc A final salary pension scheme with a Local Government pension provider A generous holiday allowance for support staff, starting at 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after two years (plus 8 Bank Holidays) Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. If you are interested in this position, please send us a copy of your CV. This should be returned by 9am on Wed 2nd October 2013 to: [email protected]. Interviews will take place in London on the Thu 10th October 2013. Please highlight any questions to Yaaba Erzuah, HR Officer (020 7921 4261). No contacts from Agencies please. Thank you!

The University of Kent seeks to appoint an IT Security Officer. The post holder will lead on the University’s IT security management, liaising closely with Information Services management and other senior officers of the University to develop, effectively deploy and maintain Information Security policies, governance and practices. The post holder will be a key advocate for Information Security, and support the University in developing its business processes and importantly assisting in grant and other funding applications on matters of information security. The role will also require considerable technical knowledge and skill to define and work with operations and development teams to ensure secure methods of work and procedures covering the full IT stack, and to deploy IT security tools and devices, from low level network monitoring to high level applications. The role also has a significant part in the IT business continuity and assurance process. Joining a team of talented and enthusiastic people, you will have a sound understanding of IT Security issues within a complex and devolved IT environment, such as in HE, with up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of security issues, threats and attack modes. You will have experience of applying information security knowledge to real world problems both technical and human, with a good understanding of network protocols (IPv4, and ideally also IPv6). Experience of implementing strategies, policies and plans is crucial to the success of this role, given the wide breadth of security requirements within the University. Liaison is also a key skill, including the use of persuasion and advocacy. The ability to gain the trust and support of senior and non-IT people in the promotion of information security is a key skill required for this post in order to meet the challenge of this new role and work with Information Services as we grow our organisational capability to meet our strategic objectives. Closing date for applications: 02 May 2013 Interviews are to be held: 21 and/or 22 May 2013 Apply: Job vacancies - Job vacancies - University of Kent

Senior Project Engineer – Academy Corporate Services (Folkestone All Age Academy, Spires Academy & Marlowe Academy) 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week Salary from £30,521 per annum Travel will be required across all Academies when required and the post may be based at Folkestone, Spires or Ramsgate for longer periods during special projects. About Us Our Academies are supported by a shared Corporate Services group. This group works across all sites, supporting the individual needs of each academy. The Academies have a total of over 2500 students and over 500 staff. The role will include supporting diverse IT networks at each of the academies including Apple Macs, PCs, iPads and laptops, running on separate Windows-based networks with a mixture of Windows XP, Windows 7 and Mac OSX. Sites have wireless network coverage, high-speed broadband connectivity and a high level of audio-visual equipment. About the Job To support our vision of academic excellence, we are seeking a professional and innovative ICT Engineer to provide a comprehensive support service to the Academies. Key deliverables will include: Supporting and developing the Academies ICT systems Moving our IT into future territories Providing Level 3/4 support for the existing systems Responsibility for ICT system design, performance and change management Maintaining and updating ICT security Helping to develop standard support procedures Assisting with purchase arrangements Responsibility for system documentation and configuration management About You Applicants will have previous experience of working as an ICT/Project Engineer. You will have in-depth infrastructure knowledge and experience, plus some software coding skills to help with small application development. You will have a sound understanding of ITIL methodology. You will have the ability to successfully manage change, and possess exceptional time management skills. You will have excellent communication skills, and a high standard of written English. Experience of the secondary education IT environment would be beneficial. You will be educated to at least A-Level standard, with good grades in English and Mathematics GCSE, and will possess IT qualification to at least MTA level. You will possess a driving licence, and access to a car will be a necessary requirement. You will be committed to personal learning and development, and have a sincere commitment to sharing our long-term aims and drive for continuous improvement. In return, we will offer you a professional and supportive team, a state of the art working environment and a genuine opportunity to develop. If you are an enthusiastic and committed professional, and want to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment, then we welcome your application. To apply, please visit any of our websites http://www.marloweacademy.co.uk, http://www.spiresacademy.com or http://www.folkestoneacademy.com and click on one of our recruitment sections. Please complete and return the application form electronically to [email protected], alongside a covering letter stating why you think you are suitable for this position. Please note cv’s in isolation will not be accepted for this position. If you have any difficulty in obtaining an application form from the website, or have any questions, please contact Clare Smith, Group Recruitment Manager by email [email protected] Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 12th February 2013 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening including checks with previous employers and the Criminal Records Bureau. Vacancy Closing Date: 12/02/2013 Link: http://www.folkestoneacademy.com/secondary/215/vacancies/vacancy/33/senior-project-engineer

DATA & INFORMATION MANAGER Permanent - Full-Time - Salary: G20 - £20,997 Hours: 8.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 4pm Friday Required ASAP Longfield Academy opened in September 2008 and moved into its state of the art, £26m new building in June 2011. Longfield Academy has rapidly improved its academic results in recent years and was judged as a "Good" school with many "Outstanding" features by Ofsted in May 2011. We are seeking a Data & Information Manager to take responsibility for key aspects of the Academy's Management Information System and to assist with timetabling. Experience of working in a school setting and a good knowledge of educational issues is desirable. Excellent problem solving and ICT skills are essential and a good degree of proficiency with Serco CMIS or similar software would also be important to the role. For full information visit: Longfield Academy