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IT Technician (Short Term sickness cover)

Job Description - IT Technician (Short Term sickness cover)

IT Technician - Short-Term Sickness Cover

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Short-term contract - sickness cover
Agency: TimePlan Education

TimePlan Education are currently working with a secondary school in Greenwich who are looking to appoint an experienced IT Technician to join their team as soon as possible on a short-term contract to cover a period of sickness absence.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working in a similar IT Technician or technical support role and will be confident providing day-to-day technical support to staff and students.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional who is available immediately and would be interested in supporting a secondary school for a short-term period.

The Role

As an IT Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring the school's IT systems, equipment and technology are running effectively throughout the period of sickness cover.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing day-to-day IT support to staff and students
Troubleshooting hardware, software and network issues
Setting up, maintaining and repairing computers, laptops and other IT equipment
Supporting classroom technology, including interactive whiteboards and projectors
Diagnosing and resolving technical issues promptly
Installing and updating software and applications
Supporting staff with technical queries
Maintaining IT equipment and ensuring systems are working effectively
Assisting with the smooth running of the school's IT infrastructure
Working alongside the existing IT team to provide a reliable technical support serviceThe Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an IT Technician who:

Has previous experience in a similar IT Technician or technical support role
Has strong knowledge of IT hardware, software and troubleshooting
Is confident supporting both staff and students
Has excellent problem-solving skills
Is reliable, organised and proactive
Can work calmly and efficiently when resolving technical issues
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
Can work independently as well as part of a wider team
Previous experience working within a school or education setting is highly desirableExperience in a similar IT support or technician position is essential for this role.

Why Work with TimePlan Education?

At TimePlan Education, we pride ourselves on quality over quantity and take the time to understand both our candidates and the schools we work with.

As a TimePlan candidate, you will benefit from:

Access to short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities across London
Dedicated support from your TimePlan consultant
Competitive rates of pay
Interview and application guidance
Free CPD and training opportunities
A straightforward registration and compliance process
Ongoing support throughout your placementIf you are an experienced IT Technician who is available for a short-term opportunity and would like to support a secondary school in Greenwich, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now through TimePlan Education for immediate consideration.

Kind regards,
The TimePlan Education Team

For more information or to apply, contact TimePlan Education now.

TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates must complete Disclosure and Barring Service checks, provide two professional references covering at least the last two years, and complete an online application followed by an interview. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

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