Network System Administrator

Are you an enthusiastic person who wants to ensure our school communities receive the best IT support service? Are you tenacious with a methodical approach to resolving technical issues and have strong knowledge of ICT & infrastructures to support our pupils' learning experience?

Then we need you to play a key role in ensuring our Trust delivers operational excellence in all matters relating to our ICT schools' resource. This is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Humber Education Trust is seeking an exceptional candidate to join our forward-thinking organisation as a Network & System Administrator within our technical support team.

The role works closely with school staff to monitor, manage and plan for changes in our schools' ICT resource, ensuring safe, effective use by pupils and staff. Responsibility also includes providing technical support in line with the schools' ICT support strategy, ensuring the Trust network and virtual infrastructure is available at all times for staff and pupils. You will work closely with the ICT Systems Manager and the HET ICT Strategy Service, supporting more than one HET school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Responsible for the management of infrastructure installations in the schools, to ensure it is timely and running efficiently.


• Develop a maintenance schedule; manage the efficient implementation of backup, virus protection, and security procedures, including data protection policies.


• Work on the school's support service definition and note problems in maintaining service levels; track external support calls and report performance of external contracts.


• Manage active network components including switches, routers, and wireless access points; install additional servers and upgrade the network operating system; set up disk caches and firewalls; maintain Internet filtering systems


• Maintain, upgrade and repair a wide range of PCs, servers, and peripherals; install complete applications., Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.


• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.


• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.


• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.


• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.


• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration., If you have any queries about the application process, please contact Jo Langcaster, Recruitment & Marketing Manager (details in applicant pack).


Any offer of employment to this role will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children's Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of relevant qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.

All members of staff are expected to promote and safeguard the welfare of students in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including maintaining clear professional boundaries in all relationships; to promote an anti-racist, multi-cultural approach.

Professional standards detail responsibilities and expectations of our job roles. We strive for excellence and encourage our staff to aim high, making positive impacts through their clear focus and professionalism. All role specifications are subject to change to adapt with circumstances. Additional duties may be asked of our staff if necessary.


• Proven experience in a similar recent/relevant role


• ICT Qualification - Level 3 or equivalent (desirable)


• Able to install and problem-solve software issues on a network


• Experience in developing system security procedures


• Is familiar with troubleshooting and installation of hardware and software including Google, Windows applications, and Microsoft Office.