IT Technician
Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for an IT Technician to join our team.
Location: Trowbridge, WiltshireSalary: £9,252 rising to £9,446 per annum (Full time equivalent £22,824 rising to £23,302 per annum) (Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a)
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time (15 hours per week/52 weeks per year)(Monday & Wednesday 8.30-17.00)
Closing Date: 20th October 2024
Are you passionate about technology and eager to be at the heart of an institution driving innovation? Join us at Wiltshire College & University Centre, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting cutting-edge IT infrastructure for the Faculty for Business, IT & Service Industries.
As an IT Technician, you'll be working at the intersection of education and technology, ensuring seamless operations and contributing to the delivery of exceptional learning experiences for our students. Your role will involve providing expert technical support, maintaining hardware and software systems, and troubleshooting issues to keep our classrooms, labs, and administrative systems running smoothly.
This is more than just a support role - you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with academic staff, implement new technologies, and be part of exciting projects that directly impact the learning journey of future IT, business, and service industry professionals.
IT Technician - Key Responsibilities:
- Offer frontline IT support to staff and students, resolving technical issues promptly.
- Install, maintain, and upgrade computer hardware, networks, and software.
- Ensure that classrooms, labs, and offices are equipped with fully functional IT equipment.
- Support system upgrades, data backups, and network security measures.
- Collaborate on innovative IT projects that enhance the digital learning environment.
- Provide training to staff and students on new technologies and systems.
- Work closely with the college IT team to ensure high availability of all IT services.
IT Technician - You:
What We're Looking For:
- A passion for technology and a customer-focused mindset.
- Experience in troubleshooting and resolving hardware/software issues.
- Familiarity with Windows, MacOS, and network management.
- An ability to work both independently and as part of a dynamic team.
- Great communication skills to engage effectively with colleagues and students.
- An NVQ Level 3 or above qualification within a relevant subject.
At Wiltshire College & University Centre, you'll find a vibrant, supportive community that values innovation and creativity. You'll work in a state-of-the-art environment with access to excellent facilities, training opportunities, and a chance to grow your career while making a real difference in shaping the future workforce.
If you're an enthusiastic IT professional looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
IT Technician - Benefits:
- 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Free onsite car parking
To submit your application for this exciting IT Technician opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.