At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch IT support to staff and students in a tech-savvy environment.
- Company: Join a leading educational trust committed to staff wellbeing and development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, professional training, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by solving tech issues and supporting learning.
- Qualifications: Experience with desktops, Windows, and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
We are looking for an IT Helpdesk Technician to play a key role providing high-quality technical support to staff and students across a busy and technology-focused learning environment. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will be the first point of contact for IT support, helping users resolve technical issues and ensuring our systems and equipment continue to run effectively. Alongside managing helpdesk requests, you will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of technologies and develop your skills as part of an experienced IT team.
The role
- Provide first-line technical support to staff and students, resolving and prioritising helpdesk requests
- Troubleshoot hardware, software and connectivity issues across desktops, laptops, printers, copiers and other devices
- Support Microsoft technologies including Windows and Microsoft 365
- Install, configure, maintain and decommission IT equipment
- Undertake daily checks and help maintain the security and integrity of systems and data
- Maintain accurate IT asset records and technical documentation
- Assist with software deployment, upgrades and equipment installation
- Support IT projects and the introduction of new technologies
- Provide second-line support and assistance to colleagues across the trust when required
About you
You will have experience of supporting and managing desktops and laptops, together with a good working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office. Experience of networked printers and photocopiers and an awareness of network, antivirus and security issues are also important. Just as importantly, you will be approachable, organised and customer-focused, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You will be comfortable explaining technical issues to non-technical users, prioritising competing demands and working both independently and as part of a team. Experience with technologies such as Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure, Windows Server, VMware, Linux, Apple Mac, VOIP systems or thin clients would be an advantage, but you do not need to have experience in every area. If you have a passion for IT, enjoy solving problems and want to use your technical skills in an environment where your work makes a genuine difference to staff and students, we would love to hear from you.
Why work for us?
- NCLT was named Employer of the Year at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing through our staff wellbeing charter
- High-quality professional training and development, both in-house and externally
- Attractive pension scheme
- Cycle to work and technology schemes
- A supportive culture focused on reflection, development and continuous improvement
To apply please click the apply button. Closing date: 8th September 2026. NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.
IT Helpdesk Technician employer: New College Bradford
NCLT is an exceptional employer, recognised as Employer of the Year at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development. As an IT Helpdesk Technician, you will enjoy high-quality training opportunities, an attractive pension scheme, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a technology-focused learning environment. Join a team that values reflection, continuous improvement, and diversity, ensuring your contributions truly matter.
