Job Description

Senior ICT Technician

Location:

The Rowan Learning Trust, Wigan (with travel across North West schools)

Grade:

Grade 6, SCP 14-20

Salary:

28,624 - 31,586

Working pattern:

Full-time, 37 hours per week, all year round

Closing Date:

3pm, Monday 25th August 2025

The Rowan Learning Trust is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior ICT Technician to join our forward-thinking and highly skilled IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support our growing family of schools and play a key role in delivering our cloud-first IT strategy.

The Rowan Learning Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust comprising 12 schools across five local authorities. We are united by our values of Respect, Kindness, and Integrity, and our mission to provide a world-class education for all.

Your Role

As a Senior ICT Technician, you will:

Provide on-site and remote IT support to our primary schools. Lead and support IT projects at both school and Trust-wide levels. Maintain and secure IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are up-to-date and protected. Support the Trust's cloud-first strategy and deliver training to staff. Collaborate with colleagues across the Trust and contribute to long-term IT planning.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Level 3 qualification in IT and GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4+). Full UK driving licence and own transport. Strong experience in IT support, server management, and network systems. Proficiency in Active Directory, Windows OS, and endpoint security.

Desirable:

Degree in IT-related subject. Experience in education settings. Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Intune, and Apple technologies. Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
The full job description and person specification for this position can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative and values-driven Trust. Work with cutting-edge cloud technologies. Receive support for professional development. Travel expenses reimbursed. Make a real impact across multiple school communities.

How to Apply

Please submit:

A completed application form. A supporting statement (max 2 A4 pages) outlining your interest and suitability
Applications can be sent electronically to h.caldwell@rlt.education

The application form and recruitment pack for this position can be found here: https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/jobs/senior-ict-technician-the-rowan-learning-trust

Please do not apply through Indeed. We can only accept applicants that have completed our application form due to safer recruitment practices.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,624.00-31,586.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Wigan WN3 6PR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person