Junior IT Technician

Junior IT Technician

Location:

Tiverton, Devon.

Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co‑educational independent school for pupils aged 3‑18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based on 100 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm during term time and Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm during school holidays. The role also includes one Saturday morning in four during term time, from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm, with limited on‑call cover for that weekend where required.

• Salary of £25,300 per annum
• 4 weeks paid holiday (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays and additional customary days
• Competitive company pension scheme
• Meals when the kitchen is in operation
• Branded uniform provided (as required)
• Relevant internal and external training provided
• Use of excellent on‑site sports facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool and gym
• Market‑leading employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free staff parking

As a Junior IT Technician, you will support the day‑to‑day operation of our IT services across both our Senior and Prep schools, providing responsive first‑line support to staff and pupils. Your responsibilities will include troubleshooting a wide range of problems related to devices, Microsoft 365 applications, Wi‑Fi connectivity, printers, and classroom technology. You will also assist with device preparation, deployment and maintenance, and contribute to projects and improvement activities that help keep our IT systems and services running smoothly.

• Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, tablets and peripherals
• Support updates, patching, repairs and consumable replacements
• Assist with hardware setup, movements and classroom AV equipment
• Support school events requiring IT and AV equipment
• Maintain accurate IT asset and stock records
• Identify recurring issues and suggest practical improvements

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 and/or Office applications
• Basic troubleshooting skills across devices, software and peripherals
• Basic knowledge of PC hardware and workplace IT equipment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to explain technical information clearly to a range of users
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Reliability, discretion and professionalism appropriate to a school environment

If you don’t feel you meet every requirement for this position, we’d still encourage you to explore our Apprentice IT Technician opportunity.

Blundell’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Background checks on your online digital presence will also be carried out.

The closing date for this role is Thursday 4th June 2026.

Other organisations may refer to this role as Graduate IT Support Technician, Junior First Line Support Technician, IT Support Assistant, Service Desk Assistant, IT Helpdesk Technician, Junior Support Analyst, or ICT Assistant.

Webrecruit and Blundell's School are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.