IT TECHNICIAN

Lancashire County Council; Bonds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible working hours

Paid family leave

Health support services 24/7

Cycle to work

Free flu vaccine

Job summary

Lancashire County Council via Garstang Community Academy invites applications for a permanent, full-time position (37 hours per week, full year) on the NJC pay scale, with entry points 7 to 11 (£27,275 to £29,071 per annum). The closing date is 9am on Monday 5 October 2026 and start date is 01/01/2027.

The post is part of Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) with strong community values. We offer structured support, LGPS pension, flexible working hours, generous leave options and access to health

Job description

Location: Garstang Community Academy, Garstang Road, Bowgreave, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1YE (754 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.garstangcommunityacademy.com

Summary: Contract: Permanent, Full time (37 hours), Full Year

Salary: NJC, Grade D, Points 7 to 11 on the NJC Pay Scale (currently £27,275 to £29,071 per annum)

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 5th October 2026

Start date: 01/01/2027

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi‑Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website www.fcat.org.uk.

Garstang Community Academy is a vibrant, inclusive school dedicated to fostering a supportive and stimulating learning environment for our students. Located in the picturesque town of Garstang, we are situated in beautiful surroundings midway between Preston and Lancaster at the gateway to the Forest of Bowland. We pride ourselves on our strong community ethos and commitment to academic excellence. We have over 800 students on roll and approximately 75 staff. Our students come from a diverse geographical area which includes the market town of Garstang and its surrounding villages and hamlets, Blackpool and the cities of Lancaster and Preston. As a result, Garstang Community Academy is well-connected to various transportation links, making it accessible for students, staff, and visitors.

We aim to empower every student to achieve their potential, nurturing both their academic and vocational skills in order to facilitate their personal growth. We believe in a holistic approach to education, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing support and development in your role
• Automatic pay progression annually for teaching and support staff
• 25% discount for FCAT in house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - generous employer contributions above 16%
• Flexible working hours - full time/part time or term time only supporting longer holidays
• A range of generous family leave options and pay
• 24/7 access to free health support services, including an online GP
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests* (*conditions apply)

Interview and Assessment date is Wednesday 8th October 2026

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Liz Macpherson, at [e-mail]

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Qualifications

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Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

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Desirable Experience

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The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.