IT Support Technician
Bedford Modern School
Bedford
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 5 January 2022
Job overview
Following a comprehensive review of IT services and staffing part driven by the switch to online learning and the increasing reliance on IT across all school departments, our IT department is essential to the education and development of our 1300 students and the working practices of our 250 plus employees.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will have responsibility for providing first and second line technical support for both the School and Harpur Trust (at their remote office).
You will be able to take ownership of issues by carrying out problem analysis to implement temporary or permanent fixes with the aim of restoring service to the user as soon as possible; escalating server related incidents to Systems Engineers where necessary.
A good working knowledge of desktop computer, laptop, smart phone/tablet hardware devices and configuration, network and computer security concepts and troubleshooting is essential. Although experience in a similar role is an advantage, we are willing to support an individual who is looking to be trained further in a practical environment, so our role may suit a recent graduate/student with an IT qualification or course.
Our ideal candidate will have a passion for IT and enjoy providing excellent customer service. You will be highly organised and have good communication skills coupled with the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, private health care scheme, generous pension scheme, free lunches during term time and free onsite parking.
This post is full time, 40 hours per week, all year round.
Closing date: Wednesday 5 January 2022
Interview: W/C 10 January 2022
Further details and how to apply can be found on our website: https://www.bedmod.co.uk/job-opportunities/
The Harpur Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and other relevant checks.
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About Bedford Modern School
Bedford Modern School is an Independent Co-educational Day School. There are in excess of 1200 students in the School from age 7 to 18. The School is governed by the Harpur Trust.
Living and working in Bedford
Bedford is a lively, dynamic place to live and work. The town is a former market town, and enjoys some fine historic buildings dating back many centuries. However, the town is certainly not stuck in the past, with a vibrant university student population as well as numerous schools in the area giving the town a youthful feel. There are many idyllic villages outside of the town itself.
Bedford is only 40 minutes from London St Pancras by train, and benefits from a 24 hour train line both to and from London. The town is around 30 minutes’ drive from London Luton airport, and is also on the train line to London Gatwick south of London. Cambridge is one hour away by car and Milton Keynes is around 30 minutes, whilst Birmingham, Nottingham, Oxford and the Cotswolds are easy day trips.
Bedford offers very good value for money with property, and now would be a good time to invest in the area. House property prices in the UK rose quickest in the East of England last year, but there are still three bedroom houses available for under £250,000 – something rare for a town so close to London as mentioned. There are plans for a connecting train line to be re-established linking Cambridge to Oxford with Bedford the mid-way point, which will only surely increase the value of Bedford property in the coming years and increase the town’s connectivity to the south-east of England and London.
At Bedford Modern School there is a wide and varied curriculum that is responsive to the needs of students and parents. The facilities are excellent: a separate Junior School, dedicated Sixth Form building, faculties clustered throughout the School and extensive and impressive sports facilities.
The School offers a premium education appropriate to both boys and girls where the intellectual needs of each student are a priority. Individuals are assessed at entry and those with particular gifts or learning needs are identified and monitored. Students are encouraged to maximize their academic potential whilst optimizing their participation in the diverse and inclusive Co-curricular Programme. Pastoral care is integral to the success of the School and all staff are expected to contribute to this supportive culture.
The School enjoys a reputation both locally and regionally for excellence in the Performing Arts and Sport. It is a particularly friendly, happy and supportive school community.
Please visit our website: www.bedmod.co.uk for further information on the School.
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