IT Technician Across the Trust, Part of The Mead Educational Trust (TMET) Salary: Grade 4, £27,489 - £29,303 Contract Type: 37 hrs/52 weeks Contract Term: Permanent Start Date: TBC Closing Date:26/06/2026 at midday Interview Date: 01/07/2026 ________________________________________ About the Role We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic IT Technician to join our dedicated and forward-thinking IT team as part of The Mead Educational Trust (TMET), to support the provision of high quality and professional ICT services to all employees and pupils within the Trust’s academies and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a culture of excellence, ambition, and inclusion. The successful candidate will have a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all learners and play an active role in shaping a safe and positive school environment. ________________________________________ ✅ What We’re Looking For We welcome applicants who can demonstrate: • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people • A professional, caring, and flexible approach • The ability to work collaboratively within a team • Experience of working in an IT support role • Ability to independently research and implement ICT solutions • Good knowledge of general ICT software and hardware • Good knowledge of core server technologies, an understanding of networking technologies and software operating systems ________________________________________ Why Join Us? The Mead Educational Trust (TMET) is a growing family of schools united by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional education and improving life chances for all our pupils. Serving a diverse range of communities across Leicester and Leicestershire, TMET is built on strong values of collaboration, inclusion, integrity, and excellence. We are passionate about creating opportunities for staff to thrive. As part of TMET, you will benefit from: • Access to high-quality professional development, coaching, and career progression • Trust-wide collaboration across a network of passionate, like-minded professionals • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance, including access to the Vivup Employee Assistance Programme • Clear, values-led leadership and a shared drive to make a meaningful difference in education TMET is an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and levels of experience. We believe that every child deserves an outstanding education – and that every adult in our organisation deserves to feel supported, valued, and inspired. ________________________________________ Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding Statement The Mead Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check with a check of the barred lists is required for all roles working with children. As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, we will also carry out: • Online searches for all shortlisted candidates, to help identify any issues or concerns that are publicly available online • Checks on employment history, references, and eligibility to work in the UK We are an equal opportunities employer.