IT Technician - Coast
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 December 2025 |
| Location: | South Coast |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | IT3160 |
Summary
We are looking to recruit an IT Technician to join our team here at TKAT on a permanent contract. Working closely with the regional IT manager, you will have a key role as part of a new regional team to support our schools within the Coast region. Travel between sites will be required, so a clean driving licence and your own car will be essential to this role.
Please note this vacancy will close at midday on 16/12/2025
The successful IT Technician will be jointly responsible for maintaining and administering the schools computer networks, along with working closely with users of our network to identify potential issues and fix any existing problems.
The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding and previous experience of network infrastructure and network hardware.
The IT Technician will lead, drive and continue the great progress already made within this area of the trust, the key responsibilities include:
* Following the policies for compliance with the organisation obligations (including legislation, regulatory, contractual and agreed standards/policies)
* Help feedback to the IT Manager and wider team in any areas relating to IT Strategy.
* Implementation of IT security improvements in line with Trust standards, best practice and data protection laws.
* Ensure that the Trust’s IT policies, procedures and protocols are adhered to and are consistent across all sites within their region
* Monitor service desk for IT issues, by reviewing incoming tickets, and monitor progress.
* Assist the IT Manager in Project managing changes within their sites and liaise with external contractors to ensure successful delivery.
* Provide technical advice & guidance to curriculum leaders and educators within the academies; supporting them to deliver an outstanding educational environment in the classroom, using the best technology options appropriately. Be aware of limitations in knowledge and know when to signpost to other TKAT teams
The ideal IT Technician will be someone who is:
* High professional and personal standards in both work and conduct.
* Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
* Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders.
* Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done.
* Effective written and oral communication skills.
* Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a team member, but also having self-motivation when working independently.
* Ability to convey technical problems to non-technical staff.
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as the IT Technician we can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
About TKAT
We are TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) - one of the UK’s leading and largest Multi-Academy trusts. Led by a team of educationalists, the trust is a family of 45 primary and secondary academies offering a welcoming and empowering learning environment for students and their staff. Driven by a desire to ensure every child, no matter their background, gets a high-quality education, the Trust’s leadership team focuses on “doing what’s right over doing what’s easy.” This is a place of purpose, vision and ambition for both our 22,500 learners and our 3,500 employees.
If you’ve read this far, it may well be that your own aspirations and goals align with ours; if so, we’d love to hear from you.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Please note this vacancy will close at midday on 16/12/2025
The successful IT Technician will be jointly responsible for maintaining and administering the schools computer networks, along with working closely with users of our network to identify potential issues and fix any existing problems.
The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding and previous experience of network infrastructure and network hardware.
The IT Technician will lead, drive and continue the great progress already made within this area of the trust, the key responsibilities include:
* Following the policies for compliance with the organisation obligations (including legislation, regulatory, contractual and agreed standards/policies)
* Help feedback to the IT Manager and wider team in any areas relating to IT Strategy.
* Implementation of IT security improvements in line with Trust standards, best practice and data protection laws.
* Ensure that the Trust’s IT policies, procedures and protocols are adhered to and are consistent across all sites within their region
* Monitor service desk for IT issues, by reviewing incoming tickets, and monitor progress.
* Assist the IT Manager in Project managing changes within their sites and liaise with external contractors to ensure successful delivery.
* Provide technical advice & guidance to curriculum leaders and educators within the academies; supporting them to deliver an outstanding educational environment in the classroom, using the best technology options appropriately. Be aware of limitations in knowledge and know when to signpost to other TKAT teams
The ideal IT Technician will be someone who is:
* High professional and personal standards in both work and conduct.
* Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
* Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders.
* Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done.
* Effective written and oral communication skills.
* Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a team member, but also having self-motivation when working independently.
* Ability to convey technical problems to non-technical staff.
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as the IT Technician we can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
About TKAT
We are TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) - one of the UK’s leading and largest Multi-Academy trusts. Led by a team of educationalists, the trust is a family of 45 primary and secondary academies offering a welcoming and empowering learning environment for students and their staff. Driven by a desire to ensure every child, no matter their background, gets a high-quality education, the Trust’s leadership team focuses on “doing what’s right over doing what’s easy.” This is a place of purpose, vision and ambition for both our 22,500 learners and our 3,500 employees.
If you’ve read this far, it may well be that your own aspirations and goals align with ours; if so, we’d love to hear from you.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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