ICT Technician 1

1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.
2. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.
3. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
4. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.
5. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right toshortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet thecriteria for the role.
6. In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria asoutlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

The following areessentialcriteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and whichmay also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Five GCSEs (Grades A*-C) to include English Language Mathematics and subject specific specialismor equivalent or higher level qualifications

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• The requirements of a ICT Technician 1
• Health and safety regulations as relevant to the role
• General administrative processes and records

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The following areadditionalessentialcriteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft 365.

  Experience with hardware maintenance including diagnosis repair and upgrades.

  Familiarity with network management and troubleshooting (TCP/IP DNS DHCP).

  Experience with user account and access management in a networked environment.

  Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical users.

  Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

  A patient and professional demeanor especially when dealing with students and staff.

  The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  A strong understanding of and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

  Knowledge of data protection and security principles.

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the schools values/ethos. You will find information about the schools values/ethos on our school website

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Experience

A minimum of one years experience of working in an educational setting

Prior experience working with a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)such as Google Classroom or Moodle.

Experience with specialized school software(e.g. SIMS).

Experience with Mac OSand Apple devices

Experience with cloud services administration(e.g. Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace).

Knowledge of basic server administrationand maintenance.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen interest in keeping up with new technology.

Demonstrated ability to train and supportnon-technical users.

Experience with IT projects(e.g. a hardware refresh network upgrade or a new software rollout).

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