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Contract: Permanent - 37 hours per week Mon - Fri, 52 week per year Salary: Between £19,000 - £21,000 per annum plus excellent benefits We're looking for passionate techies - whether you've studied tech, got tech knowledge or simply want to get a start in the industry. We love to invest in our own talent and some of our senior managers started in this exact role! What's the job like? As an IT Technician at Herts for Learning you become part of the school family, travelling to school sites providing hands-on support to solve IT issues and building trusted relationships During school holidays you’ll join one of our installation teams, visiting school sites to assist with the installation of new school networks, WiFi or Cloud solutions, and the enrollment of new devices and applications for schools You’ll get the right support to help you perfect your customer service skills to a professional level and you’ll be delighted at the feedback you receive from our schools What we need from you: A genuine passion for technology - you should demonstrate this on your CV. What have you done in your spare time, as well as your qualifications/knowledge? Have you done any free online training? Have you built a website? Do you support family and friends with their IT issues? Some experience of Windows operating systems up to and including Windows 10/Server 2016, Antivirus software, Wireless technologies, Apple iOS, Office365 Enthusiasm and willingness to learn lots of new skills and technologies A reliable car is essential and you must be located within 20 miles of central Hertfordshire A positive attitude and a passion for helping people We will consider applications from a non-technical background if you show aptitude, passion and enthusiasm for learning technology skills. What's in store? A comprehensive induction programme to prepare you for your role, with training provided by accredited coaches helping you to learn all things technology related for schools After your training, working at our school customer sites across Hertfordshire with the full support of a team of experts so that you are never left to face challenges on your own An environment where you are continually learning and challenging yourself technically to fulfill your potential, whether that be as a Technical Account Manager, Technical Architect, Cloud Solution Expert or EdTech Advisor Here are a few of the perks: 28 days paid annual leave (rising to 31 days after 5 years’ service) Industry-recognised qualifications to boost your employability and promotability Travel mileage allowance 10% employer contributory pension scheme HfL Reward Scheme, providing discount on hundreds of retailers for fashion, travel, electronics and much more For more information about the role and the perks, check out the attached Job Outline and visit the Herts for Learning website. Entry Level Information Technology Technician - Job Outline 2021.pdf To apply, email a detailed CV, and a Cover letter, explaining how you meet the requirements of the job outline to [email protected] This job advert may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. To make sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity, please submit your application as soon as you can. Please note interviews will be held remotely. **APPROVED**

We are recruiting for a first line support role at St George's College, a large Independent school near Weybridge. This would suit someone already in this position looking to gain further experience, someone recently out of their apprenticeship or as your first entry level role in IT. The people here are amazing and you will be working for a department that encourages development. Further details can be found here https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/service-desk-assistant-surrey-2009565

Medhurst currently has several exciting opportunities for technical staff to join our growing Managed Services team to provide onsite, roaming, or remote support to our schools. Please check our website for more information or contact us to discuss. https://medhurst-it.com/pages/careers/ **APPROVED**

About the role: This is an exciting opportunity for an entry level IT professional to work at the Ashcombe School in Dorking, Surrey. We are seeking someone with commitment and enthusiasm to be part of a lively, well managed and successful team. The successful candidate will be given full support and encouraged to engage in further professional development which we believe will benefit both the individual and the school. This is a full time position, 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Working days are Monday to Friday. 24 Days Annual Leave (Plus 8 Bank Holidays) SESSET 4 £20,722 to £22,716 per annum LGPS Pension Scheme Our Facilities: Windows server infrastructure – there are 12 virtual and 5 physical Microsoft Windows servers, running a mix of Server 2016 & 2019 operating systems VMWare infrastructure – there are two physical VMware ESXI servers running VMWare vSphere 6.7 Backup infrastructure – one physical server running Veeam backing up to QNAP NAS and JP LTO6 Tape Library The network – we have a fault tolerant network of 42 managed HP Aruba/Procurve switches, and 50 Unifi Aps IT Suites – we have 30 rooms which contain student desktops, including 15 rooms that have at least 23 computers, with some having as many as 35. All ICT suites are running either Windows 10. The software provided differs from room to room, with examples being Adobe Creative Cloud, Sibelius & Cubase Software Staff computers – all teaching staff use encrypted Windows 10 laptops. Additionally, there are desktops in IT suites and offices Person Specification: The ideal candidate will have the following skills. Essential A keen interest in computer software and hardware A positive attitude and team player Excellent verbal and written communication Good working knowledge of Windows 10 Excellent troubleshooting skills for common IT and A/V issues Fit to carry and setup equipment for bookings around the school Willing to tackle repair of laptops or desktops under supervision Willing to understand practical tasks, installation of TVs and speakers Desirable Previous experience of working within a school environment Knowledge of Azure, Active Directory and Group Policy Knowledge of DHCP and DNS Experience with printer maintenance including MFPs Experience with CCTV deployment and maintenance Experience of a managed wireless solution such as Ubiquiti Unifi Experience of working with managed switches and networked equipment Experience using an IP Telephony system How to Apply: Follow the link to our website and complete a ‘Support Staff Application Form’ at www.ashcombe.surrey.sch.uk Applicants should submit the Application Form and a letter of application which should not normally exceed two sides. A curriculum vitae is not necessary as all relevant information should be included on the application form or in the letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 29th August 2022, but early application is advised as the school reserves the right to interview and appoint as applications are received. The school 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 an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Permanent, Full Time Situated close to the centre of Cambridge, Long Road Sixth Form College is a popular and successful Sixth Form College with 2,100 16-19 year old full time students. Long Road was recently judged by OFSTED to be Good for Overall Effectiveness, and we are now taking the next steps to become an Outstanding College. We seek teaching and support staff who are committed to our unique ethos of working in partnership with individual students to ensure each achieves his or her full potential. An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an IT Services Technician to join the highly successful IT Services department. Working 37 hours per week, full year, the post-holder will configure, operate and maintain computer equipment and networks, and provide cross-College technical and software support to students and staff. Computing qualifications, the ability to work independently and pro-actively, and a commitment to deliver excellent standards of customer service are all essential for the role. Long Road Sixth Form College is committed to the promotion of equality and the elimination of discrimination. We welcome applications from all members of the community. The College holds Investors in People and Positive About Disabled People status. If you would like to apply for the role please complete an Application Form which can be found at IT SERVICES TECHNICIAN | Long Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge Please note that we do not accept CVs as valid applications for our advertised vacancies. Please be aware that interviews for this role will take place during the fortnight commencing 18 August 2014.

Hi Everyone, If anyone is interested in an exciting oppertunity to work for a small team in a large cornish secondary school check out the below job we have advertised: ICT Technician The Salary is £14,732 to £19,126 and is perminant and full time (52 weeks). Over the last three years we have invested heavily in a wide range of technologies including VMware Virtualisation, Windows Server 2008, Windows Remote Desktop, Linux servers, Active Directory, TCP/IP, Infrastructure WiFi to name but a few. The role will involve first and second line support duties as well as taking a leading role in undertaking both technical and development projects directed by our Network Manager. The successful applicant will have a proven track record of both Windows Desktop and Server installation and configuration as well as a more general sound technical background. Please use the application process on eTeach.com if you are interested. Thanks All, Robin

Dear all, This job has just been advertised on eteach.com. It's for an IT Technician and the post is full-time, 37 hours per week with 23 days leave, plus bank holidays. Further details including pay are available on the link below. ICT Technician The school has a lot of kit and a strong multi-faceted mixed team of 3 males and 2 females, it's formed from the following posts; Network Manager, Deputy Network Manger, Technician, Part time Technician (12 hours), Designer + this advertised post. We're running a Windows Server 2012 domain with SCCM so there's plenty to learn and a lot of support available. If you have any further questions feel free to PM me or post here. Many thanks, David W Jones Network Manager Saltash.net Community School

This is the perfect role for someone with Solid 1st line tech skills and troubleshooting experience, looking for more responsibility, be part of a bigger team and to become part of a school community but with 3rd line support, account and project management from a leading MSP in the area. We are looking for an experienced ICT technician to work with a Microsoft Gold Partner MSP and permanently based in a MAT in the Slough area. It is a role which will you visit several schools within the greater Slough area, so a car owner and driver would be an essential criteria. Working for a larger MSP gives you the chance to progress your career more quickly to assistant network manager to network manager, all with market leading training. Good technical experience is essential like DNS, DHCP, Active Directory and desktop of course. An understanding of education IT support highly advantageous. This role will be subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance. Please get in tough on the details below

Please Apply using the link: ICT Technician | Gartree High School ICT Technician Grade 7 (£17,745 - £19,317 pro rata) Permanent Post 30 hours per week during term time, plus 15 days during the school holidays (by arrangement with the Network Manager)  To assist and liaise with the Network Manager under the direction of the ICT Coordinator.  To actively support the ICT vision and strategy of the school.  To work closely with teaching and support staff to specify user requirements.  To assist with monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the existing system.  To help realise the full benefits of ICT systems to the school.  To help maintain and repair the ICT hardware of the school information system, liaising with off-site technical support where necessary.  To offer technical support to assist staff in order to provide appropriate software and software systems which deliver learning.  To promote the use and understanding of ICT within the school with staff, children and parents.  To support and train staff in the use of ICT to assist teaching and learning.  To help maintain the server and ICT system in good order.  To provide technical back up to run the system efficiently.  To support pupils in accessing information for their learning needs within the classroom settings.  To support the school community with access to school systems through logins and passwords.  To work with initiative and flexibility. Occasionally evening events will need to be supported.

The Grange School is looking to recruit an IT Technician to join their growing IT team We are looking for an IT Technician to work 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Salary is £19,077 to £25,703 depending upon experience. The post includes key responsibilities for maintaining effective service delivery standards, maintaining equipment and providing support to our students and staff. You will be customer-focused and able to work well within a team. You will be a hands-on technician with exceptional communication and technical skills. If you are passionate about IT, enjoy solving problems and thrive on working in a busy and target-oriented environment, this is a great opportunity for you. We are looking for someone who: has prior experience in an IT Support Team has excellent troubleshooting skills has a high level of technical aptitude – ability to quickly learn and tackle new technologies has a meticulous and thorough approach to tasks – attention to detail is a team player has a mature and friendly personality can work under pressure and respond appropriately to (sometimes) challenging customers can work unsupervised using own initiative to resolve problems and issues has the ability to be flexible, work under pressure, prioritise and multitask is self-motivated and enthusiastic. In return we can offer you: a friendly working environment within a positive and forward looking IT team exposure to current enterprise level technologies an interesting and varied work schedule that will enable you to have a significant impact on the development of the school a commitment to your professional development. If you would like an informal chat about the post, please feel free to contact the school to arrange a convenient time with our IT Manager who will be more than happy to answer any questions. When applying for the post, please refer to the Job and Person specifications by following the link https://www.grange.bucks.sch.uk/contact-us/vacancies (which takes you directly to the school website) and clearly demonstrate how you can meet the requirements of the post.

The Forest School Academy Trust based in Winnersh near Wokingham in Berkshire is seeking an IT Support Technician to work in our friendly, busy school. This role will support both staff and pupils responding to a wide variety of issues including maintenance of IT hardware, installing desk/server software and hardware, dealing with faults etc. This is an ideal role for a proactive and enthusiastic first or second jobseeker who has had experience working in a support role. Full job description, advertisement and application forms can be found on our website. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12noon Monday 1st February 2016 Staff Vacancies | The Forest School AD IT Technician Advert 180116.pdf JD IT Technician JD 180116.pdf

We are looking for an IT professional who enjoys working as part of a committed and capable team to join us at Ridgeway Education Trust (RET).The successful candidate will join the RET IT Services Team, working across all three schools. They will undertake a range of IT responsibilities to support teaching and learning, and ensure the Trust’s day-to-day IT service tasks are completed in an efficient and effective manner. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, being able to communicate well with a wide range of stakeholders. They will have good IT skills, with the ability to learn and proficiently support Trust IT systems. Experience of working in an educational environment is desirable, but not essential. The position is permanent, full time, 37 hours per week, all year round (excluding bank holidays and personal holiday allocation). For more information, please visit the vacancy post on our website: https://www.mynewterm.com/jobs/762826484/EDV-2023-RET-72495 --- Ridgeway Education Trust is a 3-19 Trust serving 2,500 children and young people. The Trust currently comprises Didcot Girls’ School, St Birinus School, with whom we share a mixed sixth form of 300 students, and Sutton Courtenay CofE Primary School. We are realising the huge potential of developing a seamless 3-19 curriculum across the Trust. Didcot Girls’ School is an outstanding school, as confirmed by Ofsted (November 2022). The school has a commitment to the very highest standards and is an exciting and happy school where real attention is given to professional development and staff wellbeing. St Birinus School was judged to be a good school, once more, by Ofsted (February 2020) and is on its way to outstanding. The school has a strong sense of identity and a tangibly vibrant ethos. Sutton Courtenay (CofE) Primary School joined RET in April 2019, creating the opportunity to build an exceptional, coherent education provision from nursery up to, and including, sixth form. https://www.ridgewayeducationtrust.co.uk/ | https://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/ | https://www.st-birinus-school.org.uk/ | https://www.suttoncourtenayprimary.co.uk/ IT-Technician-March-2023-719 (1).pdf

THE PRIORY SCHOOL ICT Technician Closing Date: 30/06/13 H3 £15,725.00 p.a. 37 hours per week, full time, 24 days annual leave Knowledge of Microsoft server 2008, Windows 7 clients, Office 2010 required and either already holding or working towards a Microsoft Certified qualification. The school is committed to the care and wellbeing of our young people. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced CRB disclosure. Job Description The post holder will be responsible to the Headteacher through the ICT Manager and Business Manager. The postholder is required to perform the duties below. S/he will be responsible to the Headteacher and will demonstrate a genuine commitment to our equal opportunities policy and the well being of all students. This job description will be reviewed annually and will form the basis of the Performance Management Review procedure. Any issues relating to the review of this job description should be brought to the Headteacher’s notice by the postholder through the senior line manager. The postholder will undertake the following specific responsibilities in order to fulfil our statutory requirements, school aims, policies and targets. The core purposes of this role are:  Support for the maintenance and development of the school’s servers  Supporting the training of staff on new initiatives  Supporting the ICT Manager on the development of ICT throughout the school  Supporting colleagues with understanding and use of ICT technologies  Supporting students and colleagues with the use and development of the VLE  ‘First line’ support colleagues in the use of SIMS ICT software Secondary tasks may include:  The general maintenance and repair of ICT equipment  Installing and testing all new hardware and software  Making software available to appropriate users.  Checking of new computer equipment on arrival and its installation.  Providing support for all peripherals, such as scanners, printers, projectors  Keeping a log of all technical faults.  To undertake other tasks when necessary as deemed appropriate by the Headteacher  Ensuring all health and safety needs and regulations are met. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential  Working towards or holding a Microsoft Accredited qualification  A good understanding of ICT hardware Knowledge of Microsoft server 2008, Windows 7 clients, Office 2010  A very good understanding of ICT software, especially Microsoft Office suite  A willingness and ability to learn new software/hardware to support colleagues  Proactive approach to identifying the needs of the role  The ability to work under pressure and to remain calm and methodical when problem solving  A flexible, friendly attitude, able to appreciate the confusion and lack of confidence students and colleagues may feel when first confronted with new technology  Good administrative and communication skills, verbal and written An understanding and commitment to equal opportunities.  Ability to interrelate with colleagues, students and other agencies as appropriate.  Ability to prioritise workloads  A commitment to their own professional development. For further information please visit our website at, http://www.priory.herts.sch.uk/vacan...ct-technician/.

Dear All Does anyone know of a formula or way to calculate how many technician hours a school should have - if indeed there is any way to calculate this. Could as many people as possible tell me how may hours you work and the size of your school/number of clients etc to give me an idea. Many many thanks Sorry could you include the actual number of hours each member of staff works and if it's term time only or full time. Also, I currently work 12.5 hours in a primary school There are 410 children, 40 members of staff, about 170 clients and I run everything from the network to anything with a plug attached.

GLF Schools is the 8th largest trust in the country and we are a vibrant, forward thinking and friendly academy. We pride ourselves on career progression, CPD and the well-being of our family. We have 40 schools in total across three different regions and we operate using a unique regional operational structure. We currently have a fantastic opportunity within our IT team for an innovative and creative individual to be based at Aureus Secondary School. This role also has potential to grow in the future and support two other local schools; Aureus Primary and Manor School. We are advertising for a Junior IT Technician working with a range of systems and users with varying skills and will need to find solutions to issues affecting all aspects of IT. This is an exciting role with a varied work stream, and we require an intelligent and enthusiastic person who can think outside the box to solve issues independently, but who can also work effectively with our wider IT and school teams. Ideally, we would like the candidate to have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role and has experience with hardware and software, including installation, configuration and deployment. if you feel you have the drive and the passion for this role, we encourage you to apply using the full application method. This is a full-time appointment for 36 hours a week working over 42 weeks of the year (Term time plus 3 weeks) Closing date: 6th Decemeber 2019 Start date: ASAP Salary: G5 17,892 (FTE 19,490) For more information about this role, please email [email protected] or call 020 8716 4987. To apply click here: https://glfschools.careers.eteach.com/o/junior-it-technician Person_specification_-_Junior_Technician.docxRegional_Junior_IT_Techincian.docx GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.