IT Technician
Job Role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic IT Technician to join our brilliant IT department on a permanent basis. Working under the direction of the Network manager, the successful post holder will provide first line support for IT issues escalated by staff and students. Other aspects of the role will involve providing guidance and assisting with software applications. Our IT team requires an individual with a good understanding and demonstrable knowledge of Mac and Windows operating systems. The successful candidate must have some experience of IT support, inclusive of the repair and maintenance of desktops and laptop hardware.
As the post is also a customer facing role the post holder must have well developed interpersonal communication skills. The post holder will need to work meticulously and methodically prioritising their workload to meet the school’s needs. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity for professional development and industry qualifications.
Our School:
Backwell School is located within the semi-rural village of Backwell. As a large comprehensive school we provide secondary and post 16 education for over 1700 students within the local catchment areas. Judged by Ofsted as Good in January 2020, the school has an excellent reputation in the local area and is oversubscribed in regards to student applications.
We value being a part of the Lighthouse School’s Partnership Trust (one of the leading multi-academy trusts within North Somerset and BANES). This offers us curriculum collaboration and support opportunities with Chew Valley and Gordano School. We also have a Trustwide Professional Development Team organising a wide range of staff training and development. We also provide excellent development opportunities for PGCE teachers.
At Backwell School, we prioritise staff wellbeing; career development and provide a professional, respectful environment for our staff. The school has thriving extracurricular activities in all areas, and staff are encouraged to play a full part in the life of the school.
Benefits:
We offer fantastic benefits package to our employees including;
• A generous contributory pension scheme.
• A broad employee assistance programme (including Health and Wellbeing) and benefits (offering discounts on shopping).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• On-site parking.
How to apply
Before making an application candidates are asked to match their qualifications, experience, skills and abilities against the criteria listed on the job and person specification below.
We are committed to providing a comprehensive education for all our young people and this ethos is summarised in the Backwell School Charter.
To make an application please fill in our online application form. The closing date for applications is 9 am on 24 January 2022.
Those who are successful following shortlisting, will be contacted regarding interview arrangements.
Backwell School and the Lighthouse Schools Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and expect all staff to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity.
We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
The Lighthouse Schools Partnership – Backwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.
