An Exciting Opportunity At A Leading Academy In Berkshire – Skilled It Systems Administrator Wanted!

Marchant Recruitment; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a school in Wokingham, Berkshire to recruit an IT Systems Administrator. The role supports the school’s technology infrastructure and digital services, ensuring reliable systems and user access across the site.

The successful candidate will maintain user accounts, monitor performance, and handle cybersecurity and data protection tasks. Experience in a school setting is beneficial, and an enhanced DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT systems administration or technical support.
• Experience in a school or multi-site environment is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of Windows and Microsoft 365.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Administering user accounts, permissions and access controls.
• Supporting Microsoft 365 and Windows-based systems.
• Troubleshooting software, hardware and connectivity issues.
• Monitoring system performance and assisting with routine updates.
• Maintaining IT asset records and technical documentation.
• Supporting cybersecurity procedures, backups and data security measures.

Skills

Windows admin

Microsoft 365

User accounts

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
Job Title: IT Systems Administrator
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

About the School

A forward-thinking academy in Wokingham is seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator to support its technology infrastructure and digital services. The school is looking for someone who can maintain reliable systems, resolve technical issues and help staff access the tools they need to support daily school operations.

About the Role

Working with the school's IT team, you will help maintain systems, user accounts and devices across the school.

Key responsibilities include:

Administering user accounts, permissions and access controls.

Supporting Microsoft 365 and Windows-based systems.

Troubleshooting software, hardware and connectivity issues.

Monitoring system performance and assisting with routine updates.

Maintaining IT asset records and technical documentation.

Supporting cybersecurity procedures, backups and data security measures.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in IT systems administration or technical support.

Experience in a school or multi-site environment is advantageous.

Good knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365 and user administration.

Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

A proactive approach to maintaining secure, reliable IT systems.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.