ROLE: IT Technician
RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager of IT Technicians
CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 Year Fixed-Term
SALARY: Scale 2, SCP 13
WORKING PATTERN: Term-time only + 4 weeks, Mon-Fri: 07.30-15.30, 35 hours per week, plus 1 hour unpaid break each day
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic IT technician to join our academy and provide technical support to staff and students.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the academy’s IT systems and equipment, ensuring technology supports effective teaching, learning and daily operations.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Provide in person IT support across the school campus.
- To provide technical support and assist pupils, staff, and other users within the academy with IT support requests, document requests, and changes. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and both school and internal IT guidelines.
- Support the use of any technology required during examinations, for both mock and public exams.
- Work within the IT department and across the wider school campus, undertaking a range of day-to-day support tasks as well as project work as directed by the IT Director and Managers.
About You
The ideal candidate will have IT knowledge, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effective with staff and students. You will be organised, reliable, proactive and be able to prioritise tasks in a busy school environment.
Previous IT support experience is desirable, but candidates with relevant technical knowledge and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
Safeguarding
Our academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
IT Technician employer: Southfields Academy
Southfields Academy offers a supportive work environment where IT professionals can thrive in a busy school setting. The role of IT Technician provides opportunities for professional growth and development, with a focus on maintaining essential technology that supports education. Employees are encouraged to be proactive and organized, contributing to a collaborative atmosphere.
