ICT Technician

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Salary: £24,496-£26,450

Working hours: 37 Hours

Onsite, Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an ICT Technician looking for a new opportunity? Look no further! My client is looking for an experience, driven and dynamic ICT Technician.

As a dedicated and driven professional, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in fostering a dynamic and thriving school community. By contributing to the development of a strong, effective school, you will be instrumental in promoting a culture of educational excellence that prioritizes student success and well-being.

JOB SUMMARY:

Support and implement ICT related projects that help to modernise ICT in line with current developments in technology.

Support the learning within the classroom during lessons.

Promote the safe and innovative use of ICT, including outside of school - particularly with respect to the internet and social networking.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Procure, install and manage educational and office software as needed.

Procure, install and manage educational and office hardware as needed.

Procure ICT consumables in a timely manner to avoid temporary loss of ICT facilities such as printers and copiers.

Ensure effective value-for-money when procuring ICT resources for the school, in conjunction with Central ICT Team.

Maintain an accurate inventory of ICT resources across the school.

Ensure the reliable and high-quality delivery of ICT systems to support efficient learning in the classroom.

Undertake regular audits of software and hardware, particularly student and staff laptops, to ensure that it has the latest protective software and data consistent with the school's Acceptable Use policies.

Ensure that copyright, data protection and licensing regulations are upheld at all times.

Make best use of all resources to support the learning and attainment of students.

Provide training to staff as and when needed to ensure the safe and effective use of software and hardware.

Managing the Software and Hardware in the School.Managing the School ICT Network:

Ensure regular back-up of data and efficient recovery of lost data when needed.

Develop and ensure delivery of an 'ICT Disaster Recovery Plan'.

Undertake regular audits and housekeeping to ensure that network storage capacity is managed effectively.

Ensure that the school's network and ICT resources are kept secure.

Add/delete learners and staff from the network as needed and appropriate.

Implement the school's ICT Security and Acceptable Use policies.

Maintain and upgrade the school's ICT network as and when needed.

Manage the allocation of printer credits and access rights as required, in accordance with the school's policies.

Liaise with the Central ICT Team to ensure the effectiveness of ICT services at the school.

Liaise with external stakeholders (Local Authority) to maintain the effectiveness of the ICT network.Support Learners and Staff:

Provide ICT training to learners, parents and staff as needed.

Deliver enrichment activity for learners outside of school hours.

Promote the safe and innovative use of ICT, including outside of school - particularly with respect to

the internet and social networking.

Support the induction of new staff and learners, with respect to the use of the range of ICT within the school.Relationships with Others:

Maintain good working relationships with colleagues, students, parents/carers, governors, the

community, the Trust and Local Authority and ensure all communication is consistent with the

school's ethos.

Demonstrate the highest standards of commitment to the school and its community.Other Responsibilities:

Promote the Trust's vision of 'nurturing today's young people, inspiring tomorrow's leaders'.

Champion the Trust's values of 'Service', 'Teamwork', 'Ambition' and 'Respect'.

Contribute to the wider life of the Trust and the Star community.

Carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required by the Trust.Records Management:

All staff who create, receive, and use records in the course of their job are responsible for ensuring

that records are managed appropriately. It is therefore likely that this post-holder will have

responsibility for record-keeping as part of the role. Employees are required to be conversant with

the Trust's policies and procedures on records management.Qualifications:

5 A*- Cs at GCSE including English and Maths

Qualification or training related to ICT Technician role

Evidence of Continuous Professional DevelopmentExperience:

Supporting ICT use in a school setting

Trouble-shooting software and hardware issues in a timely manner

Managing an ICT network effectively

Procuring ICT resources with value for money

Partnership and team workingSkills and Knowledge:

Ability to procure, install and manage educational and office software.

Ability to procure, install and manage educational and office hardware.

Ability to manage the school's ICT network - including back-up and recovery of data.

Ability to liaise with external stakeholders to provide effective ICT support.

Ability to promote the safe and secure use of the internet.

Ability to deliver ICT training to small groups of staff.

Ability to deliver enrichment activity to small groups of learners.Personal Qualities:

A passionate belief in the school's mission statement.

A strong belief in the value of education in developing citizens.

A passionate belief in the Trust's vision of 'nurturing today's young people, inspiring tomorrow's leaders'.

Absolute commitment to safeguarding and delivering the school's Acceptable Use of ICT policies.

Commitment to delivering enrichment for learners and training for staff beyond the school day.

Commitment to the pursuit of Continuous Professional Development by oneself and others.

A strong commitment to inclusion and overcoming barriers to learning and achievement.

A strong commitment to the Trust value of 'Service'.

A strong commitment to the Trust value of 'Teamwork'.

A strong commitment to the Trust value of 'Ambition'.

A strong commitment to the Trust value of 'Respect'.

Commitment to support agenda for safeguarding and equality and diversity.

Sympathetic to and supportive of the Mixed Multi-Academy Trust Model and ethos of the Establishment.

Highly organized, literate and articulate.

Highest levels of professional and personal integrity.

Personal resilience, persistence and perseverance.

If you think you'd be a great fit, please give me a call on (phone number removed).

Keywords: ICT, ICT Technician, 1st Line Support, IT Support, IT Support Technician, 1st Line Support Engineer.

BeTechnology Group Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy