ICT Consultant

turn IT on; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology support company in Bletchley is seeking an ICT Consultant to maintain IT services across schools in North Buckinghamshire. The role requires at least 2 years of experience in technical support and a passion for customer service. The ideal candidate will handle installations, repairs, and technical support while ensuring effective communication between the schools and the organization. The salary ranges from £26,000 to £31,000, along with a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Electric/hybrid car scheme

Cycle/ebike scheme

Eye care voucher scheme

Mental health first aid

Employee assistance programme

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in ICT Technician/2nd line support, preferably in the education sector.
• Strong technical background and passion for IT.
• Ability to explain technical issues in layman's terms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain IT hardware and services across schools.
• Provide technical support and resolve issues.
• Install and repair computer systems and applications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer service

Technical support

Knowledge of Microsoft Office365

Job description

Turn IT on are looking for an ICT Consultant who has a real flair for technology mixed with a passion for providing exemplary service to our customers to join our team supporting within the North Buckinghamshire region.

You will be responsible for maintaining all IT hardware and services across the schools' sites as well as helping the schools improve the standard of their ICT provisions and enable them to deliver effective teaching and learning through ICT solutions.

You will facilitate communication between your school and turn IT on keeping them up to date with what services turn IT on can offer and manage the accounts of your customers. You will be skilled in maintaining school computer equipment, installing new and existing software across the network, provide technical support for users and resolve identified technical problems.

You will also have good knowledge of common user applications and good experience of using Microsoft Office365, resolve and manage any technical issues that impacts the running of the school's function by providing robust technical solutions.

Installation or repair of computers with standardised applications and networking software, diagnosing, and solving problems that develop in their operations.

Respond to a wide range of technical duties associated with the computer network and desktop services, primarily in connection with existing installations and upgrading of these installations. (Desktop computers, iPads, printers, telephones, scanners, projectors, PA equipment AV lecterns and hardware)

The role is offered on a full-time, full year basis and successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

The ideal candidate will ideally have at least 2 years' experience in working in a previous ICT Technician/2nd line support preferably in the education sector although not essential.

You will be passionate about IT with a strong technical background, be self-motivated and enjoy providing excellent customer service. This role requires you to be a team player, have strong communication and organisation skills along with a courteous manner with the ability to explain technical issues in layman's terms to our customers.

You should be able to work independently and have an aptitude for problem solving and a proactive approach to identifying ways to improve services provided by your team.

Responsibilities

The Transforming Learning Group (TLG) provides a comprehensive range of hands‑on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and software consultancy and training. We have several brands under the TLG umbrella – turn IT on, School ICT Services, SalamanderSoft, SBM, Vital York, GDPR Sentry and Locker. Between these brands we provide services to over 5,000 schools across the UK and employ over 450 staff members. We put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technological needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning.

As an inclusive employer, we are proud of the diversity and flexibility that we have, and the breadth of skills and experience of our staff. Turn IT on is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected.

In return, we are offering a salary of between £26,000 - £31,000 negotiable for the right person.

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Electric/hybrid car scheme
• Cycle/ebike scheme
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Mental health first aid
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee recognition scheme