ICT Technician

Tradewind are recruiting Have you got experience working within an ICT department in a school environment? A school in Manchester need an IT Technician to maintain the school's core ICT systems and assist with the upkeep and development of their ICT systems. The role is to begin immediately and will be on-going till the summer with a high percentage of continuing. There may be some other schools within the trust in Bolton where similar Technicians will also be needed.

The role is offered initially on a temporary basis paying up to 95 per day and may become a permanent appointment for the right candidate.

The main duties of the role are to handle local telephone calls and email support requests and work on IT problems and resolution of them to the satisfaction of the user, as well as provide on-going monitoring and maintenance of IT hardware and providing training to users in use of school ICT facilities and software.

An excellent understanding of Microsoft Windows (10) and configuration of PC hardware using automated tools of a generic school system is essential. It is vital that the successful candidate has a positive 'can-do' attitude towards customer service and is able to work both independently and within a team.

This role is a permanent position working Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, during term time. The starting daily pay is dependent upon the successful candidate's skills, knowledge and experience.

Opportunities within the wider school

To join us and be successful in this ICT Technician role, you will need to:

• Having child-based experience would be beneficial
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks
• Provide a CV with 10 years of employment/education history included and any employment breaks must be explained
• Have the legal right to work in the UK
• Bachelor's degree or teaching assistant qualifications
• We welcome applications from candidates with experience of youth work, alternative provisions or social services or other experience of supporting teenagers with mental Health needs

By registering with Tradewind, you will benefit from:

Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent

More training and development than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 46 to be exact

A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a reward

Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success

Our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement

A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability

Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

To be considered for this Manchester ICT Technician position, or to hear more about other roles for this or next academic year please call the Manchester office on (phone number removed), or email (url removed)