Network Technician (EL521)
| Posting date: | 29 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,205 to £28,282 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | Ellesmere Port, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cheshire College South and West |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Network Technician (EL521)
Salary: £25,205 - £28,282 (per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Ellesmere Port (with some travel to the Chester campus)
Do you enjoy using your technical knowledge to support others?
We are looking for a Network Technician to join us at our Ellesmere Port campus. Both our proactive and reactive work are vital to the running of the College. We work on large-scale projects as well as supporting colleagues with day-to-day technical issues.
Are you a good fit for this role?
Technical Skills
Are you able to install, maintain and repair systems and equipment? Do you know how to trouble-shoot and implement solutions? Could you conduct a successful inventory audit?
Personal Skills
Can you prioritise effectively? Are you able to communicate positively? Do you have a keen eye for detail?
Background
Do you have an IT-based qualification? Have you previously worked in a customer service role? Do you have an understanding of working in Education?
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and repair IT systems and equipment (hardware, peripherals and software) to ensure they are functioning effectively, in accordance with agreed service standards;
Install IT equipment and software to meet user needs;
Identify persistent and potential problems and suggest and implement solutions;
Assist with the inventory audits of equipment and software;
Assist in the development and technical support of the technology infrastructure for both voice and data and;
Promote the welfare of children and young people.
Key Person Specification Requirements:
GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths (or equivalent);
Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment;
Excellent organisational skills;
Appropriate level of digital literacy; and
Enhanced DBS check.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.
If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk by 09:00 on Thursday 9 October 2025.
Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 14 October 2025.
Benefits:
Access to world-class facilities
Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If you’re interested in learning more about this, please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk.
Equality and Diversity
Information, Advice and Guidance
Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Principles of Customer Service
Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
Competitive salary
Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
Employee benefit platform
Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
Free onsite parking
Employee Referral Scheme
Staff Awards
If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk.
Please note that applications submitted through recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.
Salary: £25,205 - £28,282 (per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Ellesmere Port (with some travel to the Chester campus)
Do you enjoy using your technical knowledge to support others?
We are looking for a Network Technician to join us at our Ellesmere Port campus. Both our proactive and reactive work are vital to the running of the College. We work on large-scale projects as well as supporting colleagues with day-to-day technical issues.
Are you a good fit for this role?
Technical Skills
Are you able to install, maintain and repair systems and equipment? Do you know how to trouble-shoot and implement solutions? Could you conduct a successful inventory audit?
Personal Skills
Can you prioritise effectively? Are you able to communicate positively? Do you have a keen eye for detail?
Background
Do you have an IT-based qualification? Have you previously worked in a customer service role? Do you have an understanding of working in Education?
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and repair IT systems and equipment (hardware, peripherals and software) to ensure they are functioning effectively, in accordance with agreed service standards;
Install IT equipment and software to meet user needs;
Identify persistent and potential problems and suggest and implement solutions;
Assist with the inventory audits of equipment and software;
Assist in the development and technical support of the technology infrastructure for both voice and data and;
Promote the welfare of children and young people.
Key Person Specification Requirements:
GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths (or equivalent);
Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment;
Excellent organisational skills;
Appropriate level of digital literacy; and
Enhanced DBS check.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.
If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk by 09:00 on Thursday 9 October 2025.
Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 14 October 2025.
Benefits:
Access to world-class facilities
Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If you’re interested in learning more about this, please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk.
Equality and Diversity
Information, Advice and Guidance
Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Principles of Customer Service
Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
Competitive salary
Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
Employee benefit platform
Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
Free onsite parking
Employee Referral Scheme
Staff Awards
If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk.
Please note that applications submitted through recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.