Senior IT Technician (Coast Region)

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Full time
Location: Chichester
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Category: IT & Technology
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We are looking to recruit a Senior IT Technician to join our team in the Coast Region, based at Chichester High School. Working closely with the regional IT manager, you will have a key role as part of a new regional team to support our schools within the Coast Region. Travel between sites will be required, so a clean driving licence and your own car will be essential to this role. The successful candidate will take a senior role to manage and maintain the schools' computer networks. You will also be working closely with the users of our network in order to identify potential issues and fix existing problems. As a Senior Technician you will be deployed to solve higher level issues within the school and/or region. You will also be involved in project planning and oversight of key changes as discussed with the Regional Manager. Key Responsibilities

Following the policies for compliance with the organisation obligations (including legislation, regulatory, contractual and agreed standards/policies). Help feedback to the IT Manager and wider team in any areas relating to IT Strategy. Implementation of IT security improvements in line with Trust standards, best practice and data protection laws. Ensure that the Trust's IT policies, procedures and protocols are adhered to and are consistent across all sites within their region. Monitor service desk for IT issues, by reviewing incoming tickets, and monitor progress. Assist the IT Manager in Project managing changes within their sites and liaise with external contractors to ensure successful delivery. Provide technical advice and guidance to curriculum leaders and educators within the academies; supporting them to deliver an outstanding educational environment in the classroom, using the best technology options appropriately. Be aware of limitations in T&L knowledge and know when to signpost to other TKAT teams. Ideal Candidate

The ideal Senior IT Technician will be someone who is: High professional and personal standards in both work and conduct. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions. Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders. Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done. Effective written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a team member, but also having self-motivation when working independently. Ability to convey technical problems to non-technical staff. What We Offer

We know you're going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you: Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career. Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team. A comprehensive induction programme. Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance. The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change. Cycle to work scheme. TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts. Free eye tests. Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help. About TKAT

We are TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) - one of the UK's leading and largest Multi-Academy trusts. Led by a team of educationalists, the trust is a family of 45 primary and secondary academies offering a welcoming and empowering learning environment for students and their staff. Driven by a desire to ensure every child, no matter their background, gets a high-quality education, the Trust's leadership team focuses on "doing what's right over doing what's easy." This is a place of purpose, vision and ambition for both our 22,500 learners and our 3,500 employees. If you've read this far, it may well be that your own aspirations and goals align with ours; if so, we'd love to hear from you. We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Flexible Working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic. Access to Interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

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