IT Technician

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an enthusiastic IT Technician for a temporary position at a secondary school in Preston. This role involves providing comprehensive technical support and maintenance of IT systems to enhance students' and staff's learning experience. The IT Technician will be essential in ensuring the smooth running of classroom technology, assisting with helpdesk requests, and liaising with external IT support. Candidates should have experience in IT support, strong knowledge of Windows and Microsoft 365, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive school environment

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience in an IT support role, preferably within education.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to prioritize tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line technical support to staff and students.
• Maintain and troubleshoot IT hardware and software.
• Support classroom technology setup.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Tools

Windows operating systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

IT Technician (Temporary) - Secondary School in Preston
Start Date: 1st September 2025
End Date: 19th December 2025
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Contract Type: Temporary (Term-time only)
Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday)

Are you an enthusiastic and skilled IT Technician looking for a rewarding opportunity in education? We are seeking a proactive and reliable IT Technician to support our secondary school in Preston during the autumn term.

• Provide first-line technical support to staff and students across the school.

• Maintain and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network systems.

• Support the upkeep of the school's IT infrastructure, including PCs, printers, interactive whiteboards, and other devices.

• Assist with setting up and maintaining classroom technology.

• Monitor and respond to helpdesk requests in a timely and efficient manner.

• Liaise with external IT support providers when necessary.

• Experience in an IT support role, preferably within an educational environment.

• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft 365.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach.

• The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive, flexible attitude and a commitment to safeguarding.

Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one) is essential.

• A friendly and supportive school environment.

• Opportunities to make a real difference to students and staff.

• Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience.

To apply, please send your CV.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated IT professional to our team this autumn.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe i