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Network Technician Assistant

Network Technician Assistant

The King Edmund School

Essex

  • Expired
Salary:
£15,839 per annum (£8.21 per hour)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
As soon as possible
Apply by:
29 August 2019

Job overview

Network Technician Assistant

37 hours per week – 52 weeks per annum

07:30 to 15:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 15:00 on Friday

£15,839 per annum (£8.21 per hour) 

We are seeking to appoint a Network Technician Assistant to join our small, established and successful IT team.  Applicants do not require previous IT experience, however, they will need to evidence knowledge and understanding of computers and various software packages. This role will allow the successful candidate to build on their knowledge base and further develop network support skills, which will provide an excellent career path.  

The Network team provide a comprehensive systems and network support service across the school, which this postholder will play a significant part in providing an efficient and effective customer service and problem solving facility school wide. The successful candidate will be one of the first lines of support for our school staff, as well as students. The candidate will be working closely with the Systems Manager to maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the school computer system and associated hardware, software and peripherals for network and standalone machines, servers and laptops.

The successful candidate should be able to evidence education to at least Level 3 (A Level) or equivalent. We do not require any direct IT experience or qualifications, however applicants must have a passion for IT and the determination and drive to learn the network skills required. There will be an extensive training and development programme provided to fulfil all aspects of the full Network Technician job specification.

The ideal candidate to apply for this role should have the following attributes:

• Positive mind-set & hardworking attitude

• Excellent team working skills & effective communicator 

• Logical thinker who enjoys overcoming diverse challenges

• Confident & proactive

• Calm & patient when under pressure

• Excellent time management

In return the successful candidate can expect: 

• Comprehensive tailored induction programme 

• Mentor/Buddy System

• Commitment to continuing professional development

• Various staff benefits including access to free car parking, school gymnasium and swimming pool

Closing Date: midday Friday 30 August 2019

Interviews: w/c 03 Septemer 2019

If you feel that The King Edmund School is the type of school you are seeking, please apply by completing the application form available from our school website and email to recruitment@kes.essex.sch.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.

The King Edmund School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment and undergo an enhanced DBS check as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.

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About The King Edmund School

The King Edmund School is a co-educational comprehensive school for students aged 11 to 19. It is situated in an attractive semi rural area of Rochford, voted one of the top 10 best places to live in the UK. The town and its surrounding rural area north of Southend in Essex is just 40 minutes from central London and well served by transport link such as Southend Airport.

The school has:

• Strong student progress and achievement

• Outstanding pastoral care

• An excellent reputation in the local community

• A dedicated and enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff

• Superb facilities and resources

Our school is one where everyone is encouraged and supported to achieve their personal best, be it a student, a member of staff or a Governor. We treat each other equitably and with mutual respect which helps foster a culture where everyone feels valued and has a heightened sense of belonging.

We are committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum and the highest standard of teaching to maximise student successes and personal achievements. We have excellent facilities including an extensive library, computer suites, music rooms, conference suites and a swimming pool. We provide a wide range of enrichment at KES, including extra-curricular activities, trips and tours abroad, guest speakers and special events such as concerts and shows.

Due to our ongoing commitment to provide high quality teaching, we are currently seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who consistently work to a very high standard, to join our school, in particular within our core subject faculties Mathematics and Science, and help us in our pursuit of excellence and move from Ofsted ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’.

You would be joining a ‘good’ school passionate about their students and about those students succeeding and achieving their ‘Personal Best’. We can offer highly competitive salaries and a recruitment and retention allowance and relocation package and laptop, to secure the right candidates. We also run a comprehensive induction programme with ongoing support and guidance throughout the year, that includes dedicated school mentors, coaches and the internal Twilight CPD Programme. There is also high potential at the school for career progression through our various Teacher Programmes, such as the Outstanding Teacher Programme, and the opportunity to embark on Masters Programmes. We are committed to helping everyone become a ‘good’ teacher and provide the opportunities and support to eventually become an outstanding practitioner.

It is important for all applicants to see the school in full operation during a normal school day. Therefore, visits to the school are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged to assist you in your application. Please contact the HR department on 01702 545771 extension 3288 to arrange a visit.

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