About the role
SENIOR IT TECHNICIAN
37 Hours per week, Mon-Fri, Term Time (38 weeks) + 7 days
Grade: H7 points 19-23 (FTE £33,119 - £35,570 pa)
Actual Salary £28,646 - £30,766
Hitchin Boys’ School (HBS) is an outstanding and over-subscribed comprehensive school with a mixed sixth form, which forms part of the highly successful Hitchin Schools’ Consortium. We have a history that stretches back nearly 400 years but embrace fresh thinking and a modern, vibrant curriculum. We have high expectations, excellent standards of behaviour and pride in our extra-curricular activities that lead to academically successful and well-rounded students who are well equipped for life beyond school.
We are seeking a Senior IT Technician to provide a professional IT service to support the needs of the Hitchin Boys’ School community and to deputise for the IT Services Manager in their absence.
Key Responsibilities
To ensure satisfactory upkeep of staff and student laptop and desk top machines
IT Support of students and staff
Maintaining Supplies
Printer maintenance
Maintenance of school network
Server administration and development
Deputise for the IT Services Manager in her absence to provide IT advice to the Senior Leadership team and line manage the IT Technicians, as required.
Other - including assist with software upgrades on behalf of 3rd party contractors, support the CCTV system, Phone System and Security Systems connectivity to the school network, explore and test the potential benefits of new technology for use within the school
Person Specification (includes):
4 GCSEs or equivalent, to include English and Maths
Good knowledge of Microsoft Window Servers OS including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy
Strong knowledge of network security, data protection and backup systems
Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software and connectivity issues efficiently
Familiarity with school MIS, learning platforms and educational software (Desirable)
Knowledge of cloud technologies and virtualisation (eg Microsoft 365, Google Workspace)
Experience managing and maintaining ICT networks, servers and systems
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting AV, print management, CCTV system, IP Telephony, Net2 Access Control
Experienced in providing technical support to a range of users with varying ICT skills
Experience working in a school or educational environment (Desirable)
See attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Applications should be submitted via My New Term.
Application deadline: 12:00 noon, Monday 23rd November 2026*
*Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.
HBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all posts.
HBS welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position. However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups, as we celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.
Please visit the school website https://www.hitchinboys.co.uk. for further information on our school
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.
The successful applicant will also be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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