IT Technician

Choice Teachers; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers is seeking a reliable IT Technician for a small secondary school in the Stockport area. You will ensure IT equipment is maintained and ready for daily use, providing technical support to staff and students and assisting with classroom technology.

The role offers full-time hours with a view to permanent appointment for the right candidate and requires a proactive, customer-focused approach to problem-solving in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Good practical IT skills and experience troubleshooting hardware and software.
• Proactive and organised approach to work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently.
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line IT support to staff and students.
• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot computers, laptops, printers and other technology equipment.
• Support classroom technology, including interactive displays and audiovisual equipment.
• Install software and carry out routine system updates.
• Assist with maintaining the school's network, user accounts and devices.
• Keep an inventory of IT equipment and report faults or replacement requirements.
• Respond promptly to technical issues and help minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
• Work alongside external IT support providers when required.

Skills

IT troubleshooting

Proactive approach

Communication

Prioritisation

Willingness to learn

Customer service

Job description

Choice Teachers are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and proactive IT Technician to join a friendly team at a small secondary school in the Stockport area. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with technology, solving problems and supporting staff and students in a busy school environment.

This full-time position will commence on Monday 2nd November 2026 and offers the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff for the right candidate.

The Role

As an IT Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the school's IT equipment and technology resources are maintained and ready for daily use. Working closely with staff, you will provide technical support across the school and help create an effective learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first-line IT support to staff and students.
• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot computers, laptops, printers and other technology equipment.
• Support classroom technology, including interactive displays and audiovisual equipment.
• Install software and carry out routine system updates.
• Assist with maintaining the school's network, user accounts and devices.
• Keep an inventory of IT equipment and report faults or replacement requirements.
• Respond promptly to technical issues and help minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
• Work alongside external IT support providers when required.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

• Good practical IT skills and experience troubleshooting hardware and software (Essential)
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently.
• A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay rates - All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations) - we make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

Safeguarding

Choice Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.