IT Technician job at Birstall Full Time

IT Technician based at The Cedars Academy

Full-Time, Permanent

Grade 8, £28,604 – £31,029

Requirement to travel between Trust Academies

We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Technician to join our IT department, based at The Cedars Academy, with travel to other Trust schools as required.

You will play a pivotal role in providing a first-class IT service contributing to high quality teaching and learning within our school. We are looking for a dedicated member of the team who will promote and uphold the values and ethos of the school and to act as a role model for our students.

Working with the ICT Helpdesk System, you will ensure that incidents and requests are prioritised appropriately maintaining communications with users until resolution. You will be responsible for providing high quality technical support and advice, escalating to the Senior ICT Technician where necessary. You will maintain hardware and test and install new software, ensuring licensing compliance.

If you have experience of working within a busy ICT environment and would like to join a team who is dedicated in supporting our school in delivering quality teaching and learning for every student then we look forward to receiving your application.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Trust with staff benefits including over 23% employer pension contribution, Health Care/Salary Sacrifice Schemes for purchasing bikes, electrical equipment, gym memberships; electric car lease scheme, parking and more!

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Janine Matthews at [email protected]

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the Lionheart Educational Trust application form using the following link (Please note CV’s will not be accepted).

Close Date: Monday 15th June 2025 at 9am

Interview Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Pay: £28,604.00-£31,029.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Work Location: In person