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IT Support Technician

IT Support Technician

The Billericay School

Essex

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Salary:
Band 2 (£19,312.00) to Mid Band 3 (£21,748.00)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
As soon as reasonably possible
Apply by:
1 December 2021

Job overview

Details 


We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed IT Support Technician. Within this role, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team to maintain and develop the IT provisions, while supporting a range of users.

 

The successful candidate will be passionate about integrating technology into education, have a thirst for knowledge and be keen to develop their skills.


Ideally, you will have worked within an educational environment although this is not essential.


The role is predominately based at The Billericay School. However, the role may evolve to working across multiple schools in the trust over time.


Potential candidates are encouraged to get in touch with any questions they might have or to arrange a visit to the school.  



Principal Responsibilities


• To provide IT support to all users

• To work as part of the schools IT Support Team

• To maintain the school’s IT systems and peripherals

• Installation, upgrading, and maintenance of relevant hardware and software.

• To maintain a fully comprehensive and up to date asset register of all IT hardware within the schools

• Update and maintain a Knowledge Base and/or Technical Documentation including change management

• To carry out proactive checks within the school’s IT systems

• Maintain appropriate levels of consumables and spares including ordering new equipment and resources

• To ensure data back-ups are maintained and stored appropriately

• Contribute to policy development e.g. use of internet policy, data protection policies, IT strategic plan etc.

• Keeping up to date with new technology and advising others as appropriate

• Giving advice, guidance and training to users where necessary to all users.

• To attend relevant training and National IT Exhibitions

• To maintain the School website

• Maintain the School’s broadband internet service and filtering

• To maintain the schools IP phone systems


Other duties:


• To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.

• To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace

• Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy

• The Trust Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment

• The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Trust Network Manager to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade


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About The Billericay School

“Caring about success”

Giving individuals the opportunity to reach their potential in a caring and supportive community

Our School offers:
• Proven standards of academic excellence
• Specialist College status in Mathematics and Computing
• Outstanding educational resources
• A commitment to care and discipline
• A vibrant and successful Sixth Form
• Enrichment through extra-curricular opportunities

We expect from all our students:
• A commitment to achievement, success and hard work
• Self reliance and a sense of responsibility
• Respect and tolerance for others

The most important resource in any school is its staff. The success of The Billericay School is largely due to our committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our concentration on teaching and learning produces excellent exam results and an orderly atmosphere. The school is committed to high standards in the professional development of its staff and we aim to develop all our employees professionally to improve educational standards, maintain high morale and assist in recruitment and retention.

Our Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory medical checks, enhanced DBS clearance and references.

Thank you for your interest in our school and we look forward to hearing from you. 

More information can be found on our school website: www.billericayschool.com

Mr Patrick Berry, Headteacher

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