At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and maintain ICT systems in a dynamic educational environment.
- Company: Reputable independent secondary school in Canterbury with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Full-time, permanent position with a supportive team and professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a passionate IT team and make a real difference in students' learning experiences.
- Qualifications: Strong technical knowledge of IT systems and cybersecurity principles.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
This well-established 11–18 independent school in Canterbury has a strong reputation for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and a forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning. Rated Outstanding across multiple inspection areas, the school is known for combining traditional academic strength with a modern, innovative technological infrastructure.
The school benefits from a large, high-performing IT department that supports cloud-based learning, interactive classroom technology, secure network systems, digital safeguarding tools, and a comprehensive device programme for students and staff. Learning spaces are equipped with high-quality hardware, and teachers extensively incorporate digital tools into daily lessons. This environment requires an IT Technician who is proactive, organised, and capable of maintaining systems to an excellent standard.
Staff describe the environment as organised, supportive, and highly professional, with strong departmental collaboration and excellent communication between IT, teaching, and administrative teams.
The school seeks a reliable, enthusiastic, and skilled IT Technician who can support the maintenance, security, and development of the school’s ICT systems. This role is essential in ensuring that staff and students have consistent access to the digital tools required for high-quality teaching and learning.
You will assist with day-to-day troubleshooting, hardware maintenance, network monitoring, classroom equipment, user support, and the implementation of new technologies. The ideal candidate will be confident with both hardware and software systems, able to diagnose issues quickly, and capable of providing calm, clear technical support in a professional school environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about IT who wants to contribute to a dynamic educational setting and work within a supportive technical team.
- Providing first-line support to staff and students across the school
- Supporting AV and classroom technologies including interactive screens
- Assisting with network administration tasks as instructed by senior IT staff
- Monitoring system performance and identifying issues proactively
- Managing user accounts, passwords, permissions, and access rights
- Ensuring cybersecurity protocols are followed and assisting with safeguarding compliance
- Updating software, installing patches, and supporting secure rollouts
- Managing inventory, equipment logs, and ordering replacement parts/resources
- Supporting the setup of ICT suites, new devices, and digital learning environments
- Assisting with the technical side of school events, assemblies, or large presentations
- Ensuring all IT operations follow GDPR and data-protection policies
Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, hardware, and software
Understanding of cybersecurity and digital safeguarding principles
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
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