Senior ICT Technician

Buckswood School; Guestling Thorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in the UK is seeking an experienced IT technician to manage ICT resources and provide vital technical support. The role includes maintaining staff computers, ensuring network connectivity, and troubleshooting issues, while promoting a secure IT environment. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in IT support, knowledge of Windows and Mac systems, and familiarity with the education sector. Applicants must be ready to undergo child protection screening. Join us and help shape the future of our students.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience in IT support or as an IT technician.
• Experience of upgrading a school IT system.
• Experience of SIMS system management and timetable creation.

Responsibilities

• Organize all ICT resources.
• Maintain staff laptops and desktops.
• Manage connectivity across all sites.
• Ensure backup procedures are in place.
• Troubleshoot ICT equipment issues.

Skills

IT support experience

Knowledge of Windows and Mac OS

Networking and security protocols

Problem-solving skills

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Experience in a school environment

Education

Associate degree in Computer Science

Job description

Buckswood school motto is 'Ad Vitam Paramus' or 'we prepare for life', and our magical campus set on 40 acres of country estate, vineyard, stables and activity centre provide the perfect setting for passionate subject specialists to ignite the imaginations of our students. Join a school that likes to think outside of the box and inspire children to do the same.

Responsibilities

• Organize all ICT resources
• Maintain staff laptops / desktop computers
• Manage connectivity across all Buckswood sites
• Organize resources and allocate equipment as required
• Ensure backup procedures are in place for systems
• Troubleshoot issues arising with any ICT equipment including telephone systems and CCTV
• Maintain antivirus solution across the campus
• SIMS system management and timetable creation

Skills and qualifications

• Proven work experience in IT support or IT technician roles
• Associate degree or advanced apprenticeship in Computer Science or relevant disciplines (desirable)
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems
• Practical experience with internet and network security protocols
• Problem‑solving skills
• Technical documentation skills
• Organisational and interpersonal skills
• Experience of upgrading a school IT system
• Experience of working in a school/education environment
• Experience of SIMS system management and timetable creation

Candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the school and, if successful following an initial review, will be provided with the full job description. Candidates will then be required to submit a full school application form before being shortlisted and invited to an interview. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Buckswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must also have the right to work in the UK with an appropriate visa if necessary. If you have spent more than 3 months abroad in the last 5 years you will need to provide a police check from the country in which you were.