School IT Technician: Networks, AV & User Support

Merchant Taylors; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Merchant Taylors in Croydon is seeking an IT support professional to assist the Head of IT and provide first-line hardware, software and AV support across the School network. You will ensure antivirus protection and daily backups and manage network cabling and asset security.

Install Windows and applications, relocate devices, and contribute to a flexible, team-oriented environment aligned with school activities.

Qualifications

• Provide IT support to the Head of IT.
• First-line hardware and software support on the School network with contractor support as needed.
• Ensure antivirus protection and daily server backups are in place.
• Comprehensive IT support for staff, students and visitors across the School.
• First-line responsibility for network infrastructure (cabling).
• Assist with security and asset tracking under the Head of IT.
• Maintain adequate stocks of IT consumables.
• Keep up-to-date IT records as required by the Head of IT.
• Set up, diagnose and resolve AV faults including interactive whiteboards and projectors.
• Set up or relocate desktop computers, printers, AV and related equipment.
• Install Windows operating systems, software and updates.
• Install application software.
• Install new peripherals and device drivers.
• Staff are expected to be flexible and participate in School activities.
• Work within training and authorised access; seek supervision for unfamiliar tasks.
• Record support requests and updates; escalate unresolved faults.
• Complete an agreed development plan.
• Assist Merchant Taylors’ Prep School when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Head of IT.
• First-line hardware and software support on School network with contractor support as necessary.
• Ensure antivirus protection and daily backups for servers.
• Comprehensive IT support for staff, students and visitors.
• First-line responsibility for network infrastructure (cabling).
• Assist with security and movement of IT assets under Head of IT guidance.
• Maintain stocks of IT consumables.
• Keep IT records up-to-date as required by Head of IT.
• Set up and resolve AV equipment faults (interactive whiteboards, projection systems).
• Set up or relocate desktops, printers, AV and related equipment.
• Install Windows OS, software and updates.
• Install application software and drivers.
• Document support activity and escalate as needed.
• Contribute to annual development plan and school activities.

Job description

Merchant Taylors in Croydon is seeking an IT support professional to assist the Head of IT and provide first-line hardware, software and AV support across the School network. You will ensure antivirus protection and daily backups and manage network cabling and asset security.

Install Windows and applications, relocate devices, and contribute to a flexible, team-oriented environment aligned with school activities.