IT Technician

Bourne Education Trust; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education trust in the UK seeks an IT Technician to join their team. This pivotal role involves providing first and second line IT support to ensure the smooth operation of systems within the school. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to safeguarding, relevant technical skills, and will play an essential role in optimizing educational technology. The position includes a competitive salary and generous benefits, contributing to a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous workplace pension

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Recognition policies for exceptional performance

Well-being support including online GP access

Discount platform for everyday spending

Free on-site parking

Occupational sick pay

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and protecting pupils.
• Relevant work experience in first or second line support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to service desk tickets within agreed timeframes.
• Install, configure, and maintain IT systems.
• Ensure hardware is maintained in good working order.

Skills

Technical Support

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Bourne Education Trust

Chertsey, Addlestone & Staines cluster

IT Technician

Salary: Support Pay Scale 5 (£26,777- £28,686)

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

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We are seeking an IT Technician to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.

Our IT Technicians provide first and second line support for IT systems within a school, ensuring their smooth operation in a professional and timely manner. In support of the IT Lead and Regional Service Delivery Manager, play a key role in providing technical support to the school and ensuring the optimum operation of the IT network and associated technology, in line with the Trust's IT strategic vision maximising the learning opportunities of all students, and the business continuity of the trust.

This role is to be based at Kings International College in Camberley.

About Bourne Education Trust

Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus three further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases in Surrey, Hampshire and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools; changing lives' reflects our shared commitment that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are passionate about developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Position: IT Technician

Location: Kings International College, Watchetts Drive, Camberley, Surrey GU15 2PQ (travel to other Trust sites may be required)

Contract: Permanent, full time (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum)

Salary: Support Pay Scale 5 (£26,777- £28,686)

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS (Employer contribution 18.9%)
• Generous holiday entitlement – 26 days plus 8 days bank holiday = 34 days
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay
  
  

Key Responsibilities Include

• Monitor and respond to service desk tickets within the agreed timeframes
• Play a key part in the installation, configuration, commissioning and maintenance of systems and software to support the development of the school
• Monitor the state of equipment, ensuring that hardware is maintained in good working order, including carrying out basic repairs and taking other appropriate action when required
  
  

Essential

Requirements include:

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of pupils
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• Relevant work experience within first or second line support
• Ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of backup technology
  
  

Desirable

• Relevant work experience within the education sector
  
  

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity
  
  

How To Apply For This Role

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 11th August 2025. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

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