ICT Technician 2

Education Authority; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Education Authority is seeking an ICT Technician 2 at Rossmar School in Derry/Londonderry. The role covers maintaining ICT systems, supporting teaching and ensuring hardware and software operate reliably.

You will supervise up to five staff and contribute to ICT provision across the school. The position is part-time (30 hours/week) with flexible working arrangements during school holidays, reporting to the Principal via the line manager.

Qualifications

• Five GCSE’s (A*-C) to include English Language and Mathematics
• Minimum of one year's experience in a school environment
• Knowledge of ICT Technician 2 duties and health and safety regulations
• General administrative processes and records handling

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work of up to five staff and provide on-the-job training as needed
• Maintain school ICT facilities and peripherals; coordinate repairs and liaise with service providers
• Assist with installation of ICT hardware/software and ensure proper operation of school networks
• Manage records: inventory, software library, bookings and admin procedures
• Support staff and pupils for ICT-related tasks and contribute to school events and safety duties

Skills

Planning and organisational skills

People management

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

IT proficiency

Education

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Equivalent or higher qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Reference: 26008254)Primary Location : Derry/Londonderry-Limavady-Rossmar Special SchoolContract Type : PermanentDuration of Contract/Contract End Date : N/AStatus : Part-TimeContract Options : Flexible working arrangements available during school holidays (E.g. Option 1, 2, 3)Hours per Week : 30 Hours Per WeekWorking Pattern : Mon-FriGrade/Scale : ICT Technician 2 | NJC pt 11 - 14 | £14.9917 - £15.7367 per hourAdditional Allowance(s) : Not ApplicableAnticipated Interview Date(s) : Tbc.Additional Information: N/AEDUCATION AUTHORITYJOB DESCRIPTIONPOST TITLE: ICT Technician 2 (ID: 26008254) Rossmar SchoolGRADE: Spinal Points 11-14LOCATION: An Education Authority SchoolRESPONSIBLE TO: The Principal through the designated line managerRESPONSIBLE FOR: Maximum of five staff (see paragraph 1 below)JOB PURPOSE:To assist the line manager in the development of ICT within the School and ensure that all computer systems and peripheral devices are maintained in good working order to meet the needs of the school.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. SUPERVISION 1.1 Allocate, control and monitor work of appropriate staff. 1.2 Identify and provide on the job training to appropriate staff.Note: This is a discretionary element of the job description. The grade may be awarded if supervision is not a component of the post.2. PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE OF ICT FACILITIES AND RESOURCES2.1 Ensure that the school owned microcomputer systems and peripheral devices are maintained in good working order.2.2 Co-ordinate the repair of all ICT related equipment.2.3 Liaise with the authorised repair agencies as is necessary.2.4 Assist with the installation of ICT related hardware and ensuring its successful operation.2.5 Perform routine software operations as required.2.6 Make back-up copies of software for security purposes as required.2.7 Assist with the installation of software on any school managed network.2.8 Assist with the installation of software on stand-alone systems.2.9 Make minor alterations, where appropriate and copyright permitting, to software as directed. 2.10 Maintain the schools web site. 2.11 Liaise with the managed service provider as required to support the maintenance of the Classroom 2000 infrastructure.3. CURRICULAR ASSISTANCE3.1 Co-operate with the Head of ICT Department and other staff in the development of ICT.3.2 Help staff with operational and technical problems, related to both hardware and software.3.3 Assist with the provision of facilities for school focused INSET.3.4 Assist with the preparation of classrooms for ICT related activities. 3.5 Set up microcomputer based stand-alone systems in individual classrooms and ensure the proper functioning of these systems.3.6 Set up internet and conferencing facilities for specific teaching and/or training situations.4. RECORDS AND ADMINISTRATION4.1 Assist with the co-ordination of the use of the ICT facilities.4.2 Maintain a booking system for ICT facilities.4.3 Catalogue, update and maintain a software library. 4.4 Catalogue, update and maintain an inventory of all ICT related hardware.5. OTHER DUTIES5.1 Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of pupils.5.2 Assist with evacuation in emergencies as a school Fire Warden.5.3 Undertake photocopying if required for events.5.4 Setting up any equipment required for assemblies, guest speakers, and school events.5.5 To be a member of the school’s event management teams.5.6 Assisting with hospitality at meetings and school functions.5.7 To prepare slideshows for school prize days and special events.5.8 To co-ordinate the audiovisual and technical elements of special events.5.9 Attend ICT training events when available.5.10 To complete any mandatory training as required by the school or EA.5.11 Assist with the setup of Board of Governor meetings.5.12 Such other duties as may be assigned within the level of the post.It is acknowledged that the contents of this generic job description are not subject to appeal.Evaluated: May 2000Updated for Rossmar School 02.11.26This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.PERSON SPECIFICATIONNOTES TO JOB APPLICANTSYou must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIAThe following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.Factor Essential Criteria Method of AssessmentQualificationsFive GCSE’s (Grades A*-C) to include English Language, Mathematics, and subject specific specialism, or equivalent or higher level qualificationsShortlisting by Application FormExperienceA minimum of one year's experience working in a school environment.Shortlisting by Application FormKnowledgeDemonstrable evidence of knowledge of:The requirements of a ICT Technician 2Health and safety regulations, as relevant to the roleGeneral administrative processes and recordsShortlisting by Application FormSECTION 2 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIAThe following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.Factor Essential Criteria Method of AssessmentSkills / AbilitiesProven effective planning and organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlinesProven effective people management skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a team to achieve outcomesEvidence of sound interpersonal and communication skillsEvidence of proficiency in the use of computer packages, to include use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookInterviewValues OrientationEvidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos.The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer