* 2nd Line IT TechnicianNEW# 2nd Line IT TechnicianEmployerLocation: Weston Super Mare, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: TPLTSS6 £32,061 - £34,433 (actual salary)Posted: 11th February 2026Start Date: 16th March 2026Expires: 22nd February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 16th March 2026Job ID: 1534097Job Reference: PLT-R677Start Date: 16th March 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1534097* Share :Level Up Your IT Career: 2nd Line IT TechnicianLocation: Based at Priory Community School (with travel across our Trust sites)Start Date: ASAP (We’re ready when you are!)Full Time: 37 Hours per week/All Year RoundSalary: TPLTSS6 £32,061 - £34,433 (actual salary)Plus various Company BenefitsThe Role: Why it Matters* Working directly under the Head of IT, you won’t just be responding to tickets - you’ll be a vital part of a modern, multi-platform environment. Your day-to-day will involve:* Managing a Diverse Ecosystem: Supporting Microsoft, Apple, and Google devices to ensure learning never stops.* Infrastructure Impact: Assisting with network improvements and change control to keep our systems robust.* The Go-To Expert: Resolving complex technical issues for both staff and students with a focus on high-quality service.* Fleet Management: Handling repairs and warranties to keep our hardware at peak performance.We are looking for a teammate who is as good with people as they are with technology. You’ll be a great fit if you have:* The Knowledge: At least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused IT environment.* The Tech Stack: Deep understanding of modern OS, software, and hardware (plus a BTEC Level 3, Microsoft, or CompTIA certification).* The Drive: A valid driver’s license and your own car to move between our vibrant Trust sites.* The Basics: Strong literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade C/4+ in English, Maths, and IT).* The Attitude: A passion for IT, a "can-do" spirit, and the ability to work brilliantly within a team.You’ll be part of an established, supportive network that values professional growth and community impact. If youre ready to take the next step in your IT journey and make a real difference in education, we want to hear from you.We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and creating a supportive, team-focused environment that values staff wellbeing. TPLT strives to accommodate a variety of working arrangements, so we encourage you to apply.At the Priory Learning Trust, we offer an incredible, comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..* The PLaTform -Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.* Healthshield - Funded Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents, which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.* Discounted nursery fees for parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.* Contributory pension scheme offering generous employer contribution rates.* CPD opportunities both internally & externally.* A very friendly school community with dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.* Health & Fitness offers, including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health, and a Cycle 2 Work Scheme.* Flu vaccinations.About The Priory Learning Trust:TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a first-class education to a wide range of children, from all backgrounds.At our heart is a passion to put ‘Students First’ and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence, shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also high-achieving, successful schools.We strive for partnerships between students, families, staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also ‘cherish’ our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support, training, and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals, we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more, regardless of their background.Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful candidates will be required to provide a disclosure of any unspent convictions and cautions, as well as any spent convictions or cautions that are not ‘protected’ (i.e.filtered) under the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).All appointments are subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (including a Children’s Barred List check), satisfactory references, medical fitness, Right to Work in the UK, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching/management check. In line with KCSIE guidance, we will also conduct online searches on all shortlisted candidates.Our full Recruitment and Selection policy is available on our website.This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.Closing Date: 22nd February 2026Proposed Interview Date: W/C 23rd February 2026Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment."All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as ‘Spent’ under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.### The Priory Learning Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr