IT Support Technician - Field Based

Westin Par LLP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology support company in the United Kingdom seeks an IT Support Technician to provide technical support in Primary Schools across North West Kent. The role requires expertise in Microsoft technologies and network infrastructure. Successful candidates will have a driving license, pass a DBS check, and enjoy flexible working conditions. This role offers competitive pay, consistent income over the school year, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Mileage paid at 44p per mile

Flexible work options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Prior IT support experience, ideally within education or MSP environments.
• Strong technical abilities with Microsoft technologies.
• Full driving license and eligibility for an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support across Primary Schools in North West Kent.
• Maintain desktops, laptops, tablets, and network infrastructure.
• Administer Microsoft servers and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

IT support experience

Microsoft Server knowledge

Windows expertise

Network infrastructure experience

Apple products knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: IT Support Technician – Field Based

Location: North West Kent, with occasional visits to Head Office, Canterbury

Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 p.a. doe

Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

***Due to the nature of this role, you’ll be required to undertake a DBS check before start***

Role Overview

• Provide IT support across Primary Schools in North West Kent
• Maintain desktops, laptops, tablets, iPads, servers, and network infrastructure
• Administer Microsoft servers, Windows, Office products, Active Directory, and Group Policy
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues for staff and users
• Respond to support requests via a bespoke fault logging system
• Undertake IT change requests and perform routine diagnostics and maintenance
• Occasionally travel to Head Office in Canterbury for training, meetings, or support

Requirements

• Previous IT support experience, ideally in education or MSP environments
• Strong technical knowledge: Microsoft Server, Windows, Office, Active Directory, Group Policy
• Experience with network infrastructure, backups, and diagnostics
• Knowledge of Apple products is desirable
• Full driving licence and eligibility for an Enhanced DBS check
• Term-time or part-time availability covering 38 school weeks

Why Join Us

• Great pay + mileage paid at 44p per mile
• Be part of a 25-year-old, thriving business
• Flexible work options available to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Term-time roles paid over 12 months for consistent income
• Work with diverse IT systems and a variety of schools

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency.