Computing - Technician
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | Bedford, Bedfordshire, NN15 6ER |
| Company: | Morgan Hunt UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JN -072025-218313_1753258159 |
Summary
Job Title: Technician - Computing
Location: Kettering, Corby & Wellingborough
Contract Type: Permanent - Part Time
Hours: 22.2 hours per week | 52 weeks per year
Morgan Hunt is delighted to be working with a college in the Kettering area to recruit a computing technician.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled and proactive individual to support the delivery of computing education across multiple campuses. If you're passionate about IT systems and enjoy solving technical challenges in an educational setting, this role could be for you.
Technical & IT Support
- Provide day-to-day support for computing labs, networks, and specialist software.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure systems run efficiently for students and staff.
- Support the use of routers, switches, and PC hardware/peripherals across all computing environments.
System & Network Administration
- Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software across campuses.
- Manage user accounts, ensure correct licensing, and maintain up-to-date asset records.
Staff & Student Support
- Liaise with teaching staff to ensure computing environments meet curriculum needs.
- Provide assistance to non-specialist users, including software setup and basic training.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Contribute to health and safety risk assessments and ensure safe working practices.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and promote equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
- Assist with user documentation and system maintenance logs as required.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in internal training, CPD, and college-wide quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge aligned with industry developments.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Qualifications & Experience:
- Holds industry-recognised IT qualifications (e.g. CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco) OR has significant hands-on IT experience.
- Strong knowledge of PC architecture, networking, Windows OS, routers, and switches.
- Experience supporting and configuring peripherals, software installations, and updates.
Skills & Attributes:
- Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Able to work independently and manage tasks across multiple sites.
- Strong communication skills and ability to support both technical and non-technical users.
- Organised, reliable, and proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
Commitment to Professional Values:
- Demonstrates a student-centred, inclusive, and team-oriented approach.
- Committed to safeguarding, professional boundaries, and personal development.
Interested in supporting digital learning environments that empower student success?
Apply today by submitting your application!!
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.