What skills and experience we're looking for
IT systems experience in an Active Directory environment
Resolving ICT problems whilst managing customer experience and expectations
Experience of software and hardware installation and maintenance
Experience of ICT maintenance and fault resolution
Experience of working in a networked environment
Knowledge of data protection in respect of ICT systems and security
Thorough knowledge of hardware, software, internet applications, networks and operating systems
What the school offers its staff
Pension
Cycle Scheme
Medical Services, access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Further details about the role
John Flamsteed Community School is looking to appoint a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic IT Technician to join our dedicated support team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a central role in supporting and developing our school’s IT infrastructure. You will help ensure that both staff and students have seamless access to high-quality technology that enhances teaching, learning and the wider life of the school.
As our IT Technician, you will provide first-line technical support to staff and students, maintaining and troubleshooting hardware, software and network systems across the site. You will support classroom technology, including interactive displays and AV equipment, assist with the installation of devices and systems and maintain accurate records of IT issues and resolutions. A key part of the role will be ensuring that systems remain secure, up to date and fully compliant with safeguarding and data protection requirements.
We are seeking someone with strong IT knowledge and excellent troubleshooting skills who is organised, methodical and solution-focused. You will need to demonstrate clear communication with the ability to prioritise your workload effectively. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Experience in a school environment would be advantageous but it is not essential.
John Flamsteed Community School is a popular school located in mid-Derbyshire close to Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield and within easy reach of the Peak District. We are part of the East Midlands Education Trust and work in close partnership with other schools in the Trust. Students, teachers and support staff alike strive to live by the tagline: Nothing Short of Remarkable. If you are passionate about technology and want to make a real difference in an educational setting, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.