BLACKFRIARS ACADEMY

SENIOR ICT TECHNICIAN

Salary: SET Grade 7, SCP 24 – 28, £23,541 - £27,041 FTE salary per annum.
Type: Permanent contract
Weeks: Whole year
Location: Blackfriars Academy, Newcastle, Staffordshire ST5 2TF
Required: ASAP

Blackfriars Academy is an outstanding generic 11-19 academy specialising in providing an outstanding education for students with a vast range of needs.

You will be joining an Academy which has made a major investment in ICT, every child has an IPad, there is a digital lead in every pathway and we employ a digital marketing apprentice. It is a great time to join us.

We are looking for an experienced Senior ICT Technician to join our school on a full time basis. You will ideally have experience working in an education setting preferably with an understanding of SEN. Experience of supporting Office 365 is essential for this role, as is experience managing websites and social media channels. A working knowledge of UK GDPR is vital along with knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018. Knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous, as would experience of using and maintaining assistive technology. Previous line management experience would be beneficial, as would a familiarity with visitor management systems.

We are proud to be part of Shaw Education Trust, which is a growing, multi-academy trust based in Staffordshire. As part of the trust, our new colleagues will benefit from high quality professional development and will be supported in their career progression by our dedicated leadership team. You will be an outstanding person willing to embrace and develop our collective values and ethics. In return your efforts will be recognized and rewarded, and your contribution valued and celebrated by our whole school community. Our sole aim is to enable every one of our children to thrive and reach their potential as well as enjoying their time at Blackfriars. If you would like to join us on our exciting journey, then please apply.

Applicants must have:-
• Experience supporting core systems including Office 365.
• Working knowledge of UK GDPR and The Data Protection Act 2018.
• A keen interest in Education particularly SEN.
• Experience of line management
• Experience of managing websites and social media channels
• Knowledge of using and maintaining assistive technology
• Previous experience of working in a school or education setting would be beneficial.
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload.
In return, we can offer:-
• A supportive working environment
• The chance to work as part of a wider team of education professionals committed to supporting students with special educational needs and their families

Role responsibilities – Please see Person specification and Job Description attached to the advert.

The Shaw Education Trust is led by an Executive Leadership Team steeped in school leadership and improvement experience: www.shaw-education.org.uk. They are committed to the continued professional development of all members of staff and the sustained successful performance of all its academies.

The Shaw Education Trust offer the following benefits with your employment:
• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers Pension
• Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (28 days holiday rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service + Paid Bank Holidays)
• Access to health and wellbeing support via Occupational Health
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

Blackfriars Academy is dedicated to the safeguarding and wellbeing of students; all staff must share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate screening including Enhanced DBS check.

Please click on the following link to refer to SET Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

Application Packs are available on the careers section of the Shaw Education Trust website www.shaw-education.org.uk/careers

Closing Date: Friday 28th January 2022 at 12 midday
Interview Date: To be confirmed

Please forward completed application forms to hrsupport@blackfriars.shaw-education.org.uk

In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s will not be accepted.