Senior IT Engineer

Seeking a dynamic Senior IT Engineer to fortify our respected educational client's digital landscape. This pivotal position will be at the forefront of driving technological efficiency across the institution, thereby enhancing our educational capabilities. As an integral member of our team, the successful applicant will be rewarded with a fulfilling career trajectory and an attractive benefits package, including:

A competitive pension scheme.

• A generous allocation of 30 days' annual leave.
• Maternity and adoption benefits after a year of service.
• An option for sabbatical leave following five years of service (unpaid).
• Participation in the Cycle to Work and Travelcard Loan schemes.
• Comprehensive annual professional development.

Core Duties:

• Spearhead the IT service desk's daily functions, ensuring swift resolution of technical issues and system maintenance.
• Effectively manage and resolve service desk inquiries in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Administer user roles and permissions across diverse systems, including Azure MS365 and Google Workspace.
• Supervise the maintenance of servers and network switches, including regular updates and patches.
• Liaise with external vendors for hardware repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain an accurate IT asset inventory and support procurement initiatives.
• Keep our knowledge base and user manuals current, aiding in seamless IT operations.
• Promote effective communication with both faculty and students to ensure optimal IT service delivery.
• Offer technical assistance and photography support at various school functions.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in educational environments, leading IT initiatives.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a solid background in network management.
• Outstanding communication and organisational competencies.
• Microsoft Certifications in Azure, Server Administration, or Operating Systems at the Associate level are desirable.
• Proficiency in administrating Microsoft and Google Workspace environments.

Why Join:

• Join an institution where excellence and innovation in education are paramount.
• Thrive in a vibrant work setting that fosters professional advancement.
• Contribute meaningfully to the educational journey of children and young adults, backed by a comprehensive benefits structure.

About GreatFind Recruitment

Here at GreatFind Recruitment, with 20 years EdTech experience, we specialise in Sourcing IT Talent for Education and the technology sector. Our clients include schools, multi-academy trusts, IT service providers, IT resellers, and educational software providers,

Providing marketing, sales, technical, and operational professionals is our forte. At our agency, we know exactly what skills, personal attributes, and work experience our candidates need to succeed within our clients' businesses.

We are an equal opportunity provider.

Please note that as a result of the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual responses to each application. If you have not received any communication from us within three business days, please consider your application unsuccessful.