IT Technician

GSL Education - London; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based education agency is looking for an IT Technician to support a secondary school in Barnet. This full-time position involves troubleshooting, maintaining IT infrastructure, and ensuring seamless technology use for staff and students. Ideal candidates will have prior IT support experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to technology solutions.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Hands-on role in technology

Make a difference in educational technology

Qualifications

• Prior experience in IT support, ideally in education.
• Strong understanding of Windows OS and basic networking.
• Familiarity with software like SIMS and smartboards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line technical support for hardware and software.
• Install and maintain desktops, laptops, and AV equipment.
• Monitor and maintain the school's IT infrastructure.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Initiative

Education

DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft 365

Job description

IT Technician
Location: Barnet, North London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £90 £120 per day (based on experience)

Step into a key support role where your technical expertise will directly enhance the digital learning environment of a thriving secondary school in Barnet. We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and solution-focused IT Technician to provide vital on-site IT support for staff and students.

As an IT Technician, you ll become the go-to person for day-to-day IT troubleshooting, maintenance, and user support within the school. This position is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in educational technology and the initiative to keep systems running smoothly in a fast-paced academic environment.

Responsibilities of the IT Technician:

• Provide first-line technical support for hardware, software, and network issues across the school.

• Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, AV equipment, and mobile devices.

• Monitor and maintain the school s IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.

• Support staff and students with login, password, and software access issues.

• Maintain asset logs and ensure all IT equipment is secure, up-to-date, and compliant with school policies.

• Assist with the setup and support of IT resources for classrooms, meetings, and events.

• Troubleshoot basic network problems and escalate more complex issues to external providers where necessary.

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive school data.

• Act as a reliable and supportive IT Technician, upholding high service standards at all times.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Prior experience in an IT support or technician role, ideally in an education or public sector environment.

• Strong understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft 365, hardware maintenance, and networking basics.

• Familiarity with school systems (e.g., SIMS, remote desktop software, smartboards) is a plus.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.

• Proactive, organised, and able to prioritise tasks independently.

• Holds (or is willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service.

Why Join This School as an IT Technician?

• Become part of a supportive, technology-forward environment where IT is central to learning.

• Enjoy a varied, hands-on role that allows you to troubleshoot, build, and contribute daily.

• Work alongside dedicated professionals in a setting that values innovation and reliability.

• Make a tangible difference by keeping the school connected, secure, and efficient.

• Access opportunities for professional development and long-term growth in IT support.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

Apply Now:

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