Trainee IT Network Manager

Connexa; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexa is seeking a Trainee IT Network Manager to join a supportive school trust environment. This role offers a chance to grow your IT skills while managing and supporting infrastructure across multiple school sites. Ideal for someone passionate about IT, with a desire to develop in a strategic role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or education setting is highly desirable.
• Keen to learn, grow, and potentially step into a full Network Manager role.
• Clear communicator with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and maintaining IT infrastructure across the trust.
• Managing user accounts and permissions via Active Directory.
• Troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Hands-on IT support

Education

CompTIA A+ / Network+

Microsoft or Google certifications

ITIL Foundation

Degree or diploma in IT

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

Active Directory

Intune

SCCM

Cisco/Meraki

Job description

Connexa Little London, England, United Kingdom

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• Location: North London
• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: up to £38,000
  
  

Are you passionate about IT and ready to take your career to the next level? Looking for a role where you can grow your skills while making a real difference in education? We're recruiting a Trainee IT Network Manager to join a supportive school trust environment where technology is key to success.

You'll work closely with experienced IT professionals to manage and support a wide range of systems and devices across multiple school sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid IT support experience who's ready to step into a more strategic and hands-on infrastructure-focused role.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting and maintaining IT infrastructure across the trust (servers, networks, end-user devices)
• Managing user accounts and permissions via Active Directory and Google Workspace
• Troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues for staff and students
• Assisting with rolling out upgrades, updates, and new technologies
• Supporting school events and ensuring minimal downtime across all IT systems
• Liaising with external suppliers and IT partners when needed
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a school or education setting is highly desirable
• Hands-on knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
• Understanding of Windows Server, AD, Intune, SCCM, and basic networking (Cisco/Meraki)
• A clear communicator with a can-do attitude and problem-solving mindset
• Someone keen to learn, grow, and potentially step into a full Network Manager role in the future
  
  

Desirable Qualifications (not Essential)

• CompTIA A+ / Network+
• Microsoft or Google certifications
• ITIL Foundation
• Degree or diploma in IT
  
  

This is a great chance to work in a values-led, people-first environment where you'll be supported and encouraged to develop professionally. Whether you're an experienced IT Technician or 1st/2nd Line Support Analyst ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

• Apply now with your CV - interviews happening next week!
  
  

Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies.

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Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer and Network Security

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