IT Support Technician

The Independent Schools Council; Edgware; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive IT Support Technician to enhance the functionality of IT systems within a well-resourced educational environment. This full-time role involves providing hands-on technical assistance to both staff and students, ensuring smooth operations and infrastructure support. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and interpersonal skills, thriving in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere that prioritizes professional development and well-being. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the educational sector.

Benefits

Support Staff Pension Scheme

Free lunches during term time

Season ticket loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Free use of swimming pool

Fitness suite access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care Schemes

Fee remission

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT support roles with a strong technical background.
• Ability to work in a customer-facing role and support users effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to staff and pupils for all IT systems.
• Maintain IT equipment and support infrastructure under IT Manager supervision.

Skills

Technical Assistance

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Education

Relevant IT Certification

Degree in IT or related field

Job description

IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

Full time, working all year round

Salary £25,831 - £28,511

Required as soon as possible

We are looking for a new IT Support Technician to support the smooth operation of all IT systems across the school by providing technical assistance to staff and pupils, maintaining equipment, and supporting infrastructure under the supervision of the IT Manager. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role suitable for a proactive and reliable individual with strong technical and interpersonal skills.

We can offer:

· A positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school where excellent relationships between staff and students are the norm, expectations are high and students perform very well as a consequence.

· A highly competitive salary structure based on, but substantially above, national scales. This role will be paid according to experience and qualifications.

· The opportunity to develop professionally; improve and extend your knowledge; develop skills and experience; share outstanding and innovative practice; and contribute to the development of a challenging and supportive learning environment.

· A strong supportive leadership team that prioritises student and staff health and well-being.

· Other benefits include membership of the Support Staff Pension Scheme, free lunches during term time, season ticket loan, Employee Assistant Programme, free use of the swimming pool and fitness suite, Cycle to Work and Eye Care Schemes, and fee remission.

How to make an application:

· Please read the attached Job Description before completing your application.

· To apply, please complete the My New Term Application Form using the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification and your motivation for applying to NLCS. This is in place of a covering letter.

· The vacancy closes on Friday 16th May 2025 at 7.00am, however, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable applicant be found.

· Interview date: Wednesday 21st May 2025.

· If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact the NLCS Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or telephone the School on 0208 952 0912

NLCS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of all staff to share this commitment. As this role is classed as working in regulated activity, applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.

Website: www.nlcs.org.uk

School Address: Canons, Canons Drive, Edgware, Middlesex HA8 7RJ