ICT Technician

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Hexham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational trust is seeking a full-time ICT Technician to provide essential ICT support across various school sites. Applicants should have relevant ICT qualifications and experience in technical support roles, specifically with networks and Windows systems. The role offers an annual salary between £29,540 - £32,061, with a focus on collaboration within a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant ICT qualification or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience or knowledge in technical support roles necessary.
• Good understanding of network operations and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICT support and services to various schools.
• Collaborate in a supportive team environment.
• Deliver input under tight deadlines.

Skills

ICT qualification or equivalent work experience

Technical support knowledge

Understanding of networks

Experience with Windows Server OS

Knowledge of Office 365

Job description

Overview

ICT Technician — Contract Type: Permanent; Working Pattern: Full time; Hours per week: 37 hours; Location: Various school sites within the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust across Gateshead and Hexham; Vacancy ID: 286635; Employment Location: Various school sites within the Trust across Gateshead and Hexham; Closing date: 13 Oct; Advert Start Date: 29/09/2025; Advert End Date: 13/10/2025 23:59; Salary: Grade F SCP 14 - 19 (£29,540 - £32,061 per annum); Number of posts: 1.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the ICT team to provide ICT support and services to our schools. This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a supportive team environment. You will need excellent communication skills, good problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work to deadlines.

Qualifications

• A relevant ICT qualification or equivalent work experience
• Some experience or knowledge of working in a technical support role, including hardware/software/operations and systems including network and server
• A good understanding of networks and experience with Windows Server OS, Active Directory, DHCP and DNS
• An understanding and working knowledge of ICT hardware and software applications/operating systems such as Windows 11, Apple iOS and Office 365

Travel and Availability

It is envisaged that you will support Trust schools within the Gateshead and Northumberland area; travel to other schools within the Trust may be required. Travel requirements of the post are met with car mileage allowance.

How to Apply

To complete an online application form please click the "Apply Now" button. Closing date: Midnight, Monday 13th October 2025. Interview date: TBC. Applications will be reviewed on submission. We may close this vacancy earlier if we receive a high volume of applications.

Note: The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Supporting Documents

• JD and PS - ICT Technician.docx (88.7 KB)
• Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.docx (50.89 KB)
• Model Equality Act 2010 Reasonable Adjustments Statement.pdf (62.17 KB)
• Guidance Notes to Applicants.docx (58.87 KB)
• Disqualification Policy.docx (43.51 KB)

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