ICT Technician

ICT TechniciansAre you an experienced School ICT Technician currently looking for a new challenge in LeicesterAspire People are working closely with various secondary schools in Leicester and the surrounding areas, assisting them with the recruitment of talented ICT Technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody who has vast experience as an ICT Technician within a school and is looking to utilise and share their knowledge in a new school environment. The successful applicant will have a minimum of 1 years' experience providing 1st and 2nd line support within a school setting, or have a strong IT background in a similar sector. The schools are looking for somebody who can play a major part in aiding the school develop technologically and ensure the smooth running of the ICT infrastructure within the school. The roles will be full time and the contract temporary with potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.As a full time, ICT Technician, the school will expect you to carry out the following duties: * Maintaining the school's network * Installing new software and upgrading existing applications * Providing technical support for teachers and pupils * Running diagnostics * Maintaining and developing the school's website and intranet * Maintaining hardware peripherals (e.g. scanners, printers, external drives) * Purchasing kit * Ensuring internet systems are safe and offer full child protection * Training teachers and students * Liaising with suppliers on maintenance or licensing deals Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.