School ICT Technician

Role: ICT Technician 
Academy: Outwood Academy Ripon
Start Date: ASAP
Salary (Actual Salary): £28,153 to £29,071 p.a 
Working Patterm: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday , Full Time

Are you passionate about technology and dedicated to ensuring seamless digital operations across an academy? Do you thrive on managing support issues and maintaining complex systems to facilitate high-quality teaching and learning? This role is essential in providing high quality and professional ICT support to all staff and students within the Academy.

Welcome from the Principal:

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Ripon.

As Principal, I'm delighted you are considering joining our dedicated team, committed to putting students first. We foster a positive, inspiring, and inclusive learning experience for all.

Our academy serves the thriving community of Ripon, one of Yorkshire’s most loved cities, rich in history and in close proximity to our beautiful cathedral and stunning Fountains Abbey.

We seek an inspiring, enthusiastic professional to join our dynamic team. We expect all colleagues to bring out the best in every student in their relentless pursuit of excellence.

If you share our passion for making a real difference in young lives and the Outwood Family's commitment to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you.

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If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Vinutha Chandrashekar, HR Assistant - [email protected]

The technician provides professional first-line ICT support to staff and students, managing allocated workloads via the helpdesk system. Key duties involve assisting with the maintenance of all ICT rooms and equipment, and providing general technical support for the department.

Responsibilities include the commissioning, testing, maintenance, and repair of electronic and computer systems, associated peripherals, and AV equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation. They also assist in installing and configuring software under direction, updating inventories, and evaluating new and existing software.

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Candidates should possess experience working in an IT support role. Practical experience with Active Directory and user account management is required, along with a good understanding of current software operating systems. Knowledge of network protocols and VLANs, and exposure to automated OS and software deployment techniques are essential. 

Desirable experience includes anti-virus solutions, connecting mobile devices to centralized services, or working in a school environment. Essential skills include effective communication, respecting confidentiality/security, and demonstrating excellent time management. Candidates must be willing and able to enhance their qualifications.

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