IT Engineer
We're working with a highly respected independent school in Surrey who are looking to bring on an experienced IT Engineer to join their forward-thinking IT Services team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional to play a critical role in supporting and enhancing a dynamic learning environment that embraces creativity, safety, and cutting-edge technology.
The successful candidate will become part of a close-knit IT team, supporting a wide range of technologies across Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, virtualisation, cloud systems and networking.
What's on Offer:
£40,000 - £43,000 starting base salary
Full Private Medical Insurance
Full Dental Insurance
Income Protection
Free Lunches Every Day
Market-leading Pension Contribution
Training and Self-Development Budget
23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
...and more!
The Role:
You'll report into the IT Manager and work alongside a team of five, supporting a diverse user base of students, faculty, and staff.
The position focuses on resolving escalations, maintaining robust infrastructure, and contributing to the future-proofing of systems and services. You'll be responsible for both day-to-day operational support and larger-scale project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Resolve escalated technical issues via the Help Desk and communicate progress effectively with users
Support the procurement, testing, and implementation of hardware and software
Maintain and enhance infrastructure including servers, networks, and endpoint devices
Lead on backup and disaster recovery strategies, including bi-annual reporting
Ensure compatibility of new technologies with existing infrastructure and educational needs
Manage delegated IT projects and resources
Contribute to IT documentation and user policies
Stay up to date with cybersecurity threats and solutions
Technical Environment Includes:
VMWare Enterprise
Windows Server (DNS, DHCP, AD, GPO)
Networking (Aruba CLI/Switching, VLANs, WiFi)
MacOS, Windows 10/11, ChromeOS
JAMF, Office 365, GSuite, Meraki, PaperCut
Cybersecurity tools and protocols
Mobile Device Management
About You:
Minimum 5 years' experience in IT within an enterprise or educational setting
Strong second-line/third-line support background
Comfortable across Mac, Windows, and Google environments
Confident managing infrastructure and supporting large user bases
A clear communicator with strong organisational skills
A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced setting
Desirable:
Certifications such as Microsoft, Apple, Google, ITIL, or relevant BTEC/HND
Experience with scripting (e.g. Bash, Perl), access control, CCTV (Milestone), and SSO
Safeguarding:
This role involves working in a school setting. All applicants must be committed to safeguarding and child protection and will be subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.
Interested?
If you're looking for a rewarding IT role in a values-driven, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more details