Job type
ContractLocation
PrestonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
InfrastructureIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£130-£150 per day
Interim IT Technician for a School
Your new company
A well-established and supportive high school in Preston is seeking an Interim IT Technician to provide short-term support to the IT department. The school has a strong focus on learning, development, and reliable ICT services to support both staff and students.
Your new role
The school is looking for an Interim IT Technician to support the IT Manager and existing IT Technician, starting ASAP for an initial period of up to one month (with potential flexibility depending on needs).
Working hours are 08:30 – 16:30, though flexibility can be offered where required.
With guidance from the Network Manager, you will contribute to the delivery of an effective ICT support service across the school, ensuring continuity of service and responding promptly to day-to-day technical needs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring dedicated ICT areas are ready for use each day and left in good working order
- Regularly checking hardware, repairing minor faults and escalating major issues to the Network Manager
- Providing first-line user support and responding to helpdesk queries
- Supporting data collection, processing, and storage in line with school reporting requirements
- Setting up user accounts following established procedures
- Setting up and supporting audiovisual equipment for lessons, assemblies, and events
- Providing ICT support for printing, video editing, and use of school systems
- Monitoring stock levels of print toners and supplying order lists to the Network Manager
Please note: Duties may be varied by the Headteacher or Network Manager to reflect changing needs, in line with the role.
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience working as an IT Technician in an education environment
Strong knowledge of Windows, 365, Azure, Active Directory and general school ICT infrastructure
Experience providing user and helpdesk support
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider IT team
Strong communication and organisational skills
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to work in a supportive school environment
- Immediate start
- Flexible working hours when possible
- Competitive daily rate with weekly pay
- Valuable experience within a secondary school IT setting
- A dedicated consultant at Hays to support with compliance, time sheets and to look for future opportunities
What you need to do now
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