IT Technician

With effect from 24th August 2020, we are seeking an IT Technician to join our dedicated and talented team.  This is a full time, permanent contract.

The successful candidate will act as the primary source of first line technical support for IT systems within the school, dealing with technical problems and user queries, and passing on support issues which cannot be resolved to the IT Manager.

You will also have a good standard of general education, to GCSE level, including at least grade 5 or above in English and Maths.  A relevant IT qualification is desirable.  

Please carefully read the Job Description and Person Specification documents for this post.  In order to be shortlisted for interview, you must show in your application how you are able to meeting all of the essential criteria outlined within the Person Specification.

Newhouse Academy is a comprehensive school with improving GCSE results across many subjects; and our careers support is equally impressive, with the school having recently achieved 100% of leavers in full-time education, training or employment.  To further support our development, the school recently converted to Academy Status and now forms part of a two-school, multi-academy trust with Hollingworth Academy – an outstanding local secondary school.  

Our excellent facilities complement a committed, hard-working and supportive staff.  We value the well-being of all our staff and offer a range of benefits to working at Newhouse Academy:

• Free use of gym facilities

• Staff activities, including yoga and sport

• Ample parking

• Pension Scheme

• Funded CPD places for nationally recognised qualifications

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring background check.

An application pack and further details are available to download here and from our website: www.newhouseacademy.co.uk.  Your completed application form and your letter of application should be submitted by email to recruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 13th July 2020 at 12.00 noon.

Interviews will take place, (possibly via Zoom), on Wednesday 15th July 2020.