Network Technician (EL526)

Cheshire College South and West; Crewe Green; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Network Technician. This role involves maintaining and repairing IT systems, installing equipment, and promoting welfare. Candidates need GCSE Grade C in English and Maths, alongside strong organisational skills and digital literacy. A competitive salary and excellent benefits, including up to 51 days of annual leave and a pension scheme, are offered. The deadline for applications is January 6, 2026.

Benefits

Access to world‑class facilities

Financial support to obtain teacher qualification

Pension scheme with generous employer contributions

Up to 51 days annual leave

Onsite childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or equivalent is required.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in work is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and appropriate level of digital literacy needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair IT systems and equipment.
• Install IT equipment and software to meet user needs.
• Identify and solve persistent and potential problems.
• Assist with inventory audits of equipment and software.
• Support development of technology infrastructure for voice and data.
• Promote the welfare of children and young people.

Skills

Organisational skills

Digital literacy

Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion

Education

GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths

Job description

Network Technician (EL526) – Salary: £26,592 – £29,838 per annum – Contract: Permanent – Hours: 37 per week – Location: Crewe Campus – Application deadline: 6 January 2026 09:00 – Interviews: January 2026 – Address: [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair IT systems and equipment to ensure effective functioning with agreed service standards
• Install IT equipment and software to meet user needs
• Identify persistent and potential problems and suggest and implement solutions
• Assist with inventory audits of equipment and software
• Assist in the development and technical support of technology infrastructure for voice and data
• Promote the welfare of children and young people

Person Specification

• GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment
• Excellent organisational skills
• Appropriate level of digital literacy
• Enhanced DBS check

Benefits

• Access to world‑class facilities
• Short online courses for professional development
• Financial support to obtain teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% TPS, 21% LGPS)
• Up to 51 days annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee referral scheme
• Staff awards

Equal Opportunities

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.