IT Technician - West London

IT Technician

Location: Hillingdon, West London

Salary: Competitive (Based on experience)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP / Immediate

The Opportunity

Wayman Education is urgently seeking a proactive and technically proficient IT Technician for an immediate start at a forward-thinking secondary school in Hillingdon. This is a vital role within the school’s infrastructure team, ensuring that technology remains a seamless tool for both teaching staff and students.

The Role

You will provide essential front-line technical support across the school site. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable managing everything from hardware repairs to network troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Support: Respond to helpdesk tickets, providing hardware and software support for desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, and interactive whiteboards.

• Network Maintenance: Assist in the management of the school’s LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Wi-Fi connectivity and server health checks.

• User Management: Manage user accounts and permissions via Active Directory and Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.

• Classroom Readiness: Ensure all AV equipment in classrooms and assembly halls is fully functional for daily use.

• Security & Compliance: Assist with regular data backups, anti-virus updates, and ensuring GDPR compliance across all school systems.

The School

This Hillingdon-based school is committed to digital innovation and has recently invested in significant hardware upgrades. You will work within a supportive IT department that values professional development and offers a collaborative atmosphere.

Why join this team?

• Modern Infrastructure: Work with a mix of Windows and ChromeOS environments, supported by a robust high-speed network.

• Immediate Impact: Start right away and take ownership of key projects, such as device rollouts or system optimizations.

• Local Connectivity: Conveniently located for commuters via the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines, with easy access to the M4 and A40.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities to gain experience in specialized school software, including MIS systems like SIMS or Bromcom.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical support role (experience within an educational setting is highly desirable).

• Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11, ChromeOS, and MacOS.

• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and cloud-based platforms (M365/Google Workspace).

• Competency in hardware maintenance and peripheral troubleshooting.

• A relevant IT qualification (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certification) or equivalent hands-on experience.

• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).

About Wayman Education

Wayman Education has over 20 years of experience in school recruitment. we pride ourselves on matching technical specialists with schools that offer stability, growth, and a rewarding work environment.

Apply Now

Since this is an immediate requirement, we encourage early applications as interviews will be held as soon as suitable candidates are identified.