IT Technician (school)

IT TECHNICIAN

37 hours per week

Mon–Thu 8.00am – 4.00pm, Fri 8.00am – 3.30pm

40 weeks per year (term time + 10 days)

Grade H5/H6 (£23,194 - £25,409 FTE)

Actual salary: £20,284 - £22,221

depending on qualifications and experience

Hitchin Boys’ School (HBS) is an outstanding and over-subscribed comprehensive school with a mixed sixth form, which forms part of the highly successful Hitchin Schools’ Consortium. Located in the historic and picturesque market town of Hitchin in North Hertfordshire it is conveniently located just 25 minutes from London by train and close to the A1(M) and M1.

We are now seeking an enthusiastic IT Technician to join our IT team in helping support the school’s IT systems. This position would be ideal for a recent graduate or experienced colleague. Start date as soon as possible.

The successful applicant will be familiar with upgrading software, in particular Microsoft operating systems and Microsoft 365. They will also be required to remove viruses/malware, replace laptop screens, complete basic hardware upgrades and re-image hard drives to our specification.

Computer networking skills and familiarity with Microsoft servers including Active Directory, Group Policies, User profiles and basic systems security are desirable however on the job training will be provided. The applicant should be able to work as part of a team in a busy environment and will have good communication skills. Applications from those wishing to contribute to other aspects of school life outside the classroom are particularly welcome.

What can HBS offer you?

• A school with great traditions, excellent reputation but with a modern outlook
• A dedicated, well qualified and experienced staff who share the goal enshrined in our school motto “Per Ardua Ad Alta” – Striving for Excellence
• A campus that combines state of the art facilities with historic Grade II listed buildings
• The opportunity to work in a secure, supportive environment
• SLT commitment to supporting the mental, physical & emotional wellbeing of staff and students in the school
• Staff can benefit from the school’s children of staff admission rule

Application deadline: 12 noon, Tuesday 28th March 2023

Interviews: Thursday 30th March

All applications should be submitted via My New Term (https://www.mynewterm.com/jobs/139154/EDV-2023-HBS-06449) . We are not able to accept CV's. Only fully completed applications submitted via My New Term will be considered.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified. Please visit the school website https://www.hbs.herts.sch.ukfor further information on our school. Applications should be submitted via My New Term.

HBS is not a Tier 2 visa sponsor so all candidates must have an existing permit or right to work in the UK.

HBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all posts.

HBS welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position, however we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups for which the School is currently underrepresented. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £20,284.00-£22,221.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Interviews will be held in accordance with latest Covid-19 guidelines.

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 28/03/2023
Reference ID: Rec2022