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Senior ICT Technician

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Wigan

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GBP 28,000 - 32,000

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Job summary

An educational trust in the UK is seeking a dedicated Senior ICT Technician to support its primary schools. The successful candidate will provide IT support, lead projects, and maintain the IT infrastructure as part of a cloud-first strategy. Essential qualifications include a Level 3 IT qualification and strong experience in IT support. This is a full-time position based in Wigan, offering a salary between £28,624 and £31,586.

Benefits

Support for professional development
Travel expenses reimbursed
Collaboration in a values-driven Trust

Qualifications

  • Strong experience in IT support, server management, and network systems.
  • Full UK driving licence and own transport required.
  • Experience in education settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Provide on-site and remote IT support to primary schools.
  • Lead and support IT projects at both school and Trust-wide levels.
  • Maintain and secure IT infrastructure.

Skills

IT support
Server management
Network systems
Active Directory
Windows OS
Endpoint security
Communication
Problem-solving
Project management

Education

Level 3 qualification in IT
GCSE in Maths (Grade C/4+)
GCSE in English (Grade C/4+)
Degree in IT-related subject

Tools

Microsoft 365
Azure AD
Intune
Apple technologies

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Senior ICT Technician

Location: The Rowan Learning Trust, Wigan (with travel across North West schools)
Grade: Grade 6, SCP 14–20
Salary: £28,624 – £31,586
Working pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week, all year round
Closing Date: 3pm, Monday 25th August 2025

The Rowan Learning Trust is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior ICT Technician to join our forward-thinking and highly skilled IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support our growing family of schools and play a key role in delivering our cloud-first IT strategy.

The Rowan Learning Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust comprising 12 schools across five local authorities. We are united by our values of Respect, Kindness, and Integrity, and our mission to provide a world-class education for all.

Your Role

As a Senior ICT Technician, you will:

• Provide on-site and remote IT support to our primary schools.
• Lead and support IT projects at both school and Trust-wide levels.
• Maintain and secure IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are up-to-date and protected.
• Support the Trust’s cloud-first strategy and deliver training to staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Trust and contribute to long-term IT planning.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Level 3 qualification in IT and GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4+).
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.
• Strong experience in IT support, server management, and network systems.
• Proficiency in Active Directory, Windows OS, and endpoint security.

Desirable:

• Degree in IT-related subject.
• Experience in education settings.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Intune, and Apple technologies.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

The full job description and person specification for this position can be found in the recruitment pack.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and values-driven Trust.
• Work with cutting-edge cloud technologies.
• Receive support for professional development.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.
• Make a real impact across multiple school communities.

Further details about the role

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A completed application form.
• A supporting statement (max 2 A4 pages) outlining your interest and suitability

Applications should be sent electronically to h.caldwell@rlt.education

The recruitment pack and application form for this position can be found attached below.

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. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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