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IT Technician

Job details
Posting date: 27 September 2024
Salary: £25,809 to £28,159 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 October 2024
Location: Consett, County Durham
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Derwentside College
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 2429

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Summary

Why Derwentside College?
Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the Country for its learner and employer satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as a large provider of apprenticeships we are leading the way in delivering a range of outstanding services to learners and employers.

What you will do
We are seeking an individual with proven experience of supporting Microsoft Networks, Microsoft Cloud Services, and administering security relating to servers and end point devices, showcasing strong customer service skills and incident management capabilities.

You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and administration of network systems, software, and IT resources in the College, and manage the College’s physical and virtual server estate, including backup configuration and disaster recovery. You will support and administer the security systems of the College in line with IT security policies including firewalls, security software and other relevant platforms to help the College to retain its Cyber Essentials+ accreditation and enhance the already excellent systems.

You will be dynamic, driven, and ambitious with a determination to be successful, with a ‘can do’ attitude and an ability to demonstrate a resourceful and imaginative response to problems and opportunities.

What’s in it for you?
• Generous annual leave entitlement (31 days on entry, rising to 36 after 5 years’ service)
• Flexible working – including a hybrid working arrangement and a 2pm finish on a Friday
• Christmas closure days
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle car leasing scheme
• Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Annual staff wellbeing days
• Continuous professional development
• Free on-site parking
• Free use of the on-site gym

This is a permanent, full-time post (working 35 hours per week). Starting salary will depend upon an individual’s level of experience.

If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, please contact Andrew Jones – Information Technology Manager via andrew.jones@derwentside.ac.uk

The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. If you require support with your application or any other part of the recruitment process please contact us on 01207 585900 or email hr@derwentside.ac.uk

Please visit our website for more details on how to apply at www.derwentside.ac.uk/job-vacancies or email HR@derwentside.ac.uk to request a pack. No Agencies please.

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