IT Technician

This IT Technician post sits in the IT Services team at Aston Community Education Trust, based at Aston Academy. The work is technical support for users of hardware, software and systems across the trust's academies, with travel between them. Hours are 37 a week between 7.30am and 5.00pm, to be agreed on appointment, and the post suits ICT skills gained through school, college or personal interest, or a technician looking to step up.

Visa sponsorship is not available, and the role needs a DBS check at the appropriate level.

• Provide technical support to users of IT hardware, software and systems
• Work as part of a team of IT technicians
• Travel to the trust's other academies to provide an efficient service across all sites

• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office
• Developing knowledge of desktop computers and mobile devices
• Ability to work independently and show initiative
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Professional manner and common sense

• DBS check at the appropriate level
• Self-declaration on criminal record and suitability to work with children
• Childcare disqualification checks for junior academy posts

• Conscientious, honest and reliable
• Well-motivated and flexible
• Can-do approach