IT Technician - West Yorkshire - Immediate requirement

IT Technician

Location: West Yorkshire (Leeds / Bradford / Huddersfield / Wakefield)

Salary: Competitive (Support Staff Scale)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

Wayman Education is seeking a technically proficient and proactive IT Technician to join a bustling secondary school in West Yorkshire . With an immediate start available , this is an ideal role for a dedicated professional who enjoys hands-on problem solving and wants to ensure that technology serves as a powerful tool for both teachers and students.

The Role

In this fast-paced educational environment, you will be the first line of support for all things digital. From maintaining high-speed networks to ensuring every classroom's interactive display is ready for the first bell, your work will directly impact the quality of learning across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hardware Support: Troubleshoot and repair PCs, laptops, tablets, and printers across the school estate.

• Network & Infrastructure: Assist in the maintenance of the school’s wired and wireless networks, including server health and connectivity issues.

• User Management: Manage user accounts, password resets, and access permissions using Active Directory and Office 365 .

• AV Equipment: Maintain and set up audio-visual equipment for assemblies, presentations, and interactive classroom teaching.

• Software Deployment: Install and update educational software packages and ensure antivirus protection is active on all devices.

• Security & Backups: Support the IT Manager in maintaining robust data backup routines and cyber-security protocols.

The School

This West Yorkshire school is committed to digital innovation and is looking for a technician who can keep pace with their ambitious technology goals. You will join a supportive staff body that values the IT team as an essential pillar of the school’s daily success.

Why join this team?

• ASAP Start: Secure a permanent position and begin making an impact immediately.

• Modern Tech Stack: Work with a wide variety of hardware and modern cloud-based software solutions.

• Career Development: Gain valuable experience in a large-scale environment with opportunities for professional training and certifications.

• Central Location: Conveniently located with excellent transport links across the West Yorkshire region.

Requirements

• Technical Experience: Previous experience in an IT support role (Education experience is a plus, but not essential).

• Core Skills: Proficiency in Windows OS, Office 365, and basic networking principles.

• Problem Solving: A logical approach to diagnosing faults and the ability to prioritize urgent tickets.

• Communication: The ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical staff and students with patience and clarity.

• Compliance: A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a secure digital environment for young people.

About Wayman Education

Wayman Education is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience. We take pride in matching skilled support professionals with schools where they can truly thrive, providing expert guidance throughout the hiring process.

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If you are a tech-savvy professional ready to start a new challenge in West Yorkshire immediately , we want to hear from you.