IT Technician - Coleshill Heath School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Solihull is seeking a dedicated IT Technician to manage its ICT infrastructure and support teaching through technology. The role involves providing technical support, ensuring system security, and collaborating with the Trust IT Team. Ideal candidates will have relevant IT qualifications and experience in ICT management. This position aims to enhance the learning environment through effective technology use and support. Competitive salary and a supportive team await the right candidate.

Benefits

Supportive team

Access to modern facilities

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience with ICT systems and network management.
• Ability to provide technical support and ensure system security.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and a supportive ethos.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school’s ICT network infrastructure.
• Provide technical support and maintenance for ICT systems.
• Collaborate with the Trust IT Team for effective ICT delivery.

Skills

ICT Network Management

Technical Support

System Security

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant IT Qualification

Tools

Network Infrastructure Tools

Job description

COLESHILL HEATH SCHOOL - CET

Lime Grove

Chelmsley Wood

Birmingham

B37 7PY

0121 779 8070

[e-mail]

Twitter@ColeshillHeath

IT Technician

Full Year – 37 Hours per Week - Permanent[Leave to be mainly taken during school holidays but also negotiable]Salary Band C

Are you a passionate and ambitious practitioner?

Do you want to thrive in an organisation that truly aspires to achieve excellence for all?

If you are willing to pursue those ambitions and believe that EVERY child deserves the best every single day then we would love to hear from YOU.

Coleshill Heath School is a large primary school in the North of Solihull and is part of the Collaborative Education Trust which is a multi-academy trust that has recently formed on 1st April 2025 supporting four schools in Solihull. The vision of The Trust is to create a family of schools who are connected by a shared belief in working in a diverse and inclusive system, with a shared desire to work in partnership in the best interests of all of our learners.

Over the last twelve months the schools have been working together collaboratively where opportunities have arisen and all schools are looking forward to the exciting pathway that lies ahead.The Governing Body are looking to appoint an effective and efficient suitably qualified IT Technician, who will be able to make a positive contribution to our continuing development. You will work to ensure the smooth running of the school’s ICT network infrastructure [part of the Collaborative Education Trust (CET), liaising with the Trust IT Team], managing all aspects of ICT technical support, maintenance and system security for the school.

We are looking for an individual who not only has the knowledge and skills to undertake this role but someone who will embrace the school’s vision and core values and strive to make continual improvements to our ICT offering for all. This post will suit a person with a sound background in ICT, who knows the importance of maintaining and developing a robust and reliable ICT provision to the school. It reflects our commitment to provide an innovative IT structure which delivers new technologies and systems for our pupils and staff. Therefore, along with dedication and determination, there will need to be a level of flexibility and organisation to ensure effective use of time to meet expectations. The accompanying job description gives the detailed expectations of the post.

Start date: as soon as possible

We are a friendly and hardworking team who will welcome a flexible, dedicated person who is able to support the ethos of this committed and caring school.

At Coleshill Heath we can offer:

• A supportive team

• Fabulous children that WANT to learn and parents that are building a well-developed partnership

• Modern facilities

• Access to networking across the LA and beyond

• Colleagues that share and disseminate expertise on a regular basis.

If you are someone who enjoys being a learner and excels with supporting schools to move forward then you can be part of this amazing transformation and we would urge you to get in touch.

We intend to appoint someone who:

• Shares our beliefs, values and common purpose

• Has a strong work ethic and fully commits (through their behaviour) to a TEAM approach

• Is consistent with attendance and punctuality

• Has ideas, aspirations and wants to take an active role in making our vision become a reality

• Recognises that the community we serve faces significant challenges but will continue to strive for success regardless of any real or perceived barrier.

This school and Collaborative Education Trust are committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and the promotion of welfare systems for all children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance of all relevant safeguarding procedures.

Please note we do not accept CVs. Application forms will be available online from WMJobs Website/School Website.

Please return your completed application by email to: [e-mail]


Closing date: Thursday 28th August 2025
Interview date: Thursday 4th September 2025

If you require any further information about the role or would like to visit the school please email Mr Abbott on [e-mail] before 14th August. If you have any queries after this date please email [e-mail] Unfortunately, visits cannot be made after 14th August 2025.

Attached documents
JDPS - IT Technician Band C MTU Modified July 2025.docx
Advert IT Technician Band C - July 2025.doc
CET Reference Contact Details - 2021-2025 (recruitment).docx
CET Recruitment Monitoring Form - 2021-2025 (recruitment email).doc
CET APPLICATION FORM (Data Protection-School Privacy Statement link) Recruitment Email -DC.doc