IT Roaming Technician - Part Time

Planet Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Supportive team environment

Varied school-site work

Job summary

Planet Recruitment is seeking an IT Consultant to provide day-to-day IT support across multiple schools in Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. The role begins at 3 days per week with potential for more days as required, and may extend beyond January 2027 depending on business needs.

No extensive experience is required; full training and support will be provided. A full UK driving licence is essential as travel between sites is a key part of the role.

Qualifications

• Basic IT experience and genuine interest in technology.
• Willing to travel between school sites and hold a full UK driving licence.
• Friendly, reliable and approachable with strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day IT support and assistance to schools.
• Troubleshooting basic hardware, software and connectivity issues.
• Supporting staff and users with IT-related queries.
• Assisting with the setup and maintenance of IT equipment.
• Travelling to different school sites as required.
• Working independently while also being part of a wider support team.
• Providing friendly, professional and helpful customer service.
• Learning and developing your technical skills through hands-on experience.

Skills

Basic IT experience

Driving licence (UK)

Good communication

Willing to travel

Independent worker

Job description

Role: IT Consultant - Part Time

Location: Oxfordshire and Surrounding Areas

Salary: 27,000 - 30,000

Hours

Initially 3 days per week, with the potential for additional days and longer-term work beyond January 2027, depending on business requirements.

About the Role

We are looking for an IT Consultant to join our growing team, providing IT support and assistance across a number of schools in Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their IT career. You do not need years of experience - basic IT experience is enough. Full training and support will be provided to the right candidate.

The role will involve travelling to different school sites, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day IT support and assistance to schools
• Troubleshooting basic hardware, software and connectivity issues
• Supporting staff and users with IT-related queries
• Assisting with the setup and maintenance of IT equipment
• Travelling to different school sites as required
• Working independently while also being part of a wider support team
• Providing friendly, professional and helpful customer service
• Learning and developing your technical skills through hands-on experience

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Able to demonstrate basic IT experience and a genuine interest in technology
• Keen to learn and develop their IT skills
• Friendly, reliable and approachable
• A good communicator with strong customer service skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Organised and able to manage tasks effectively
• Professional and confident when dealing with customers and school staff
• Willing to travel between school sites
• In possession of a full UK driving licence - essential

Previous experience working in school or education IT environments would be an advantage, but is not essential.

What We Offer

• On-the-job training and ongoing support
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Varied work across different school sites
• The opportunity to develop your IT skills and experience
• Hands-on experience working within education IT environments
• Potential for the role to develop into a longer-term opportunity

Contract & Progression

The role will initially be offered at 3 days per week, with the possibility of increasing the number of days as the role develops.

There is also potential for the position to continue beyond January 2027, subject to business requirements and how the role develops.

Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.