IT Technician

TES FE News; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chipping Barnet is looking for a part-time IT Technician to support their dynamic IT Team. The successful candidate will need to possess excellent communication skills and multitasking abilities. The role offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive working atmosphere, contributing to the school’s culture of wellbeing and success.

Benefits

Excellent pension schemes

Free Microsoft Office for home use

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Familiarity with common ICT and AV equipment is ideal.
• Ability to plan, organise effectively and multitask is crucial.
• Excellent communication skills for forming relationships within the school.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the smooth running of the school IT.
• Support across all aspects of IT for staff and students.
• Be involved in wider school life including duties and events.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

IT enthusiasm

Tools

Common ICT and AV equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an excellent part-time IT Technician (21.75 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum) to join our dynamic, busy and friendly IT Team.

East Barnet School (EBS) is a large, thriving, over-subscribed and diverse north London school where a belief in growth mindset underpins all aspects of school life. EBS is a supportive, creative and close-knit community where student behaviour is excellent and staff retention is high. An emphasis on both academic and pastoral support for staff and students has helped to shape our clearly defined culture and ethos which promotes wellbeing as well as success.

The ability to plan, organise effectively and multitask is crucial to the role. The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for IT and ideally, already be familiar with the use and functionality of common ICT and AV equipment. Other essential skills include excellent communication and the ability to form positive relationships within the school community. There are opportunities for all staff to be involved in the wider life of the school including enrichment clubs, duties and whole school events.

Benefits

• A rewarding job where you are able to make a real difference, contributing to the smooth running of the school.
• Excellent pension schemes: Teachers’ Pensions (TP) with 28.68% employer contribution (effective from 1 April 2024) for teaching staff and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff with 23.8% employer contribution, with 50/50 option for support staff to pay a reduced employee contribution rate. Employee contribution rates for both teaching and support staff are banded based on pensionable pay.
• Children of colleagues working for the school for two or more years are given priority for Year 7 admissions.
• Access to Blue Light Card and Discounts for Teachers for all school staff.
• Free Microsoft Office for your home PC/laptop and security software.
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes, e.g. Cycle, Tech (personal laptop/computer).
• Opportunity to take on paid lunch duties, which include a free meal, dessert and drink.

Professional Development

• The school is committed to growth mindset and the professional development of all colleagues. Continuing Professional Learning (CPL) calendar for both teaching and support staff at every level. Training provided by internal and external professionals, as well as guest speakers.
• At East Barnet School positive mental health and wellbeing is paramount. In the implementation of all new initiatives and policies, the impact on staff wellbeing is always considered.
• Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which provides 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support, including counselling services, CBT and financial and legal advice at no cost to the employee.
• We have received several awards in recognition of our personal and professional development of staff, including the Carnegie Award for Mental Health in Schools.

Location

• Serviced by great train, underground and bus transport links (Northern line, Piccadilly line and New Barnet (overground) station are all within walking distance).
• Being based in the outskirts of London means we benefit from a more rural location and cheaper housing prices whilst being only a short train journey into the centre of London.
• For those who drive, we have a free, large, gated car park, and bike racks for those who choose to cycle.
• There are plenty of local shops and supermarkets in the surrounding area around the school, and a great view across London from our floor to ceiling panoramic Library window.

Working atmosphere

• March 2022 Ofsted inspection recognised that: 'Pupils behave very well in lessons and they are keen to learn. They listen to teachers, contribute their ideas and work hard. Outside of lessons, pupils\' behaviour is calm and orderly.'
• The school offers a very supportive, friendly and warm atmosphere.

Facilities

• The state-of-the-art school building which was opened in September 2010 incorporates extensive grounds, modern outside sports facilities, excellent IT provision and contemporary dining areas, with our Sixth Form Cafe, now proudly serving Costa Coffee (which is also available to staff).

Further Information

Please contact Siming Hill ([e-mail]) for more information.

EBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to providing an excellent education to every student regardless of background. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

It is an offence for anyone to apply for this job if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. An enhanced DBS check is required for all posts.

Please note that in accordance with the latest KCSIE guidance, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

EBS is an equal opportunities employer. All members of the school community are equally valued, welcomed and respected.

The closing date is Wednesday 15th October at 9am. Interviews are due to be held on Friday 17th October. Applicants will be contacted following shortlisting to confirm whether they are invited to attend an interview.