IT Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Yate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust located in Yate is seeking a dedicated IT Technician to enhance their IT support team. The role involves ensuring the reliability and security of IT systems across multiple schools. The ideal candidate will provide first-line support, maintain Google Workspace, and manage network security. You will work closely with the IT Manager and support staff, ensuring that all IT requirements are met efficiently. This full-time position offers professional development along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Responsible for providing first-line IT support to staff and students.
• Experience with monitoring IT infrastructure and ensuring compliance.
• Skilled in maintaining network security and software licenses.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain IT infrastructure in schools.
• Provide technical support for IT systems and software.
• Assist with first-line issues through the helpdesk.

Skills

IT support

Network management

Active Directory

Google Workspace

Cyber Security

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’

We are looking for a dedicated IT Technician to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust.

About the role

This role is part of the IT department that oversees all things IT at Yate Academy, Woodlands Primary & Tyndale Primary Schools.

The successful candidate will support the IT Manager in the day-to-day management of all issues relating to IT Services. They will provide high-quality IT support for all members of the schools’ community helping to maintain appropriate expectations and standards. The post holder will be expected to work in a flexible way to meet the needs of the school, combining planned and regular tasks with day-to-day needs and emergency responses. They must also have relevant experience in a similar role with a proven track record.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with ensuring the security, care and availability of the schools’ IT infrastructure, fittings and equipment through monitoring and planned maintenance.
• Assist in ensuring the smooth running of the schools’ network including servers, infrastructure, software and licensing.
• Maintain the Active Directory network.
• Maintain Google Workspace
• Work alongside the IT Manager to ensure the best value in identified procurement projects.
• Ensure that network hardware/software throughout the school is secure, and compliant with the school Cyber Security and Data Protection policies.
• Ensure that all software used in the school is suitable and legal.
• Liaise with external suppliers, agencies, service providers and partners to secure appropriate support, seek advice and prepare any required response to facilitate the effective management of the network.
• To work off-site supporting partner Trust schools on a pre-arranged basis, as appropriate.
• To meet with and report regularly to the IT Manager and provide up-to-date information on the provision and upkeep of all IT equipment, including ongoing projects and new needs as they arise.
• Assist with technical issues relating to the use of Bromcom (management information system) and ensure appropriate security access, liaising with the school Data Manager.
• Monitor and maintain effective onsite and offsite backups.
• Provide technical support for third-party IT Systems.

GENERAL

• Through the helpdesk, provide first-line support for all problems relating to the use of the schools’ IT systems to ensure effective teaching, learning and administrative support.
• Support in the delivery and planning of one-to-one and group training opportunities for staff in relation to software and hardware.
• Assist in ensuring that software licences are obtained and that accurate records are kept and renewed when required.
• Ensure that the computer suites and workstations are maintained and well organised, taking into account health and safety requirements.
• To maintain a stock of spares, and to arrange or carry out all necessary maintenance and repairs.
• To participate in school initiatives where every person is expected to contribute to learners progress
• To participate in the school’s professional learning programme as agreed.
• To play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos, and encouraging and ensuring staff, pupils and students adhere to school expectations.

What the school offers its staff

About the School:

At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.

Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

We can offer you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 5th January 2026. The role is due to commence as soon as possible. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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