IT Technician

IT Technician
Location: Hackney
Salary: £100 - £130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Monday, 18th May 2026
Contract Type: Temporary Cover (until 17th July 2026, with potential to be extended)

GSL Education's London Branch is currently seeking a reliable and experienced IT Technician to work a coeducational secondary school in Hackney. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands on individual with strong technical skills to contribute to the smooth running of the school's IT systems and infrastructure.

As an IT Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining the school's IT environment, ensuring that staff and students have access to fully functioning systems and equipment. This is a full time, on site role, ideal for someone who can work efficiently in a fast paced educational setting.

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows operating systems and software applications.
• Manage user accounts, including password resets and updating group memberships.
• Provide first line support for IT issues across the school.
• Replace toner cartridges and resolve printer issues such as paper jams.
• Carry out classroom maintenance, including replacing faulty peripherals (mice, keyboards, monitors, etc.).
• Ensure all IT equipment is functioning safely and effectively.

• Basic IT support knowledge
• Experience installing Windows and software applications
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues
• Experience working in a school or similar environment
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Must be available to start immediately

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, between 7:30am - 4:30pm
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic school environment
• Supportive and professional team

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

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