IT School Admin
- Home Based
- Fixed Term
Full Job Description
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Job Title: IT School Admin
Contract: Full Time – Fixed Term (12 months)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Momenta Education (Remote Home based)
Salary: £25,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced IT Administrator to join our dynamic team at Momenta Education. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining our school's IT infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of all technology systems, and providing technical support to staff and students. Proficiency in using Canvas, ISAMS, Zoom (or adobe Connect) and Microsoft products is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- IT Infrastructure Management: Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, and network systems.
- First Line Technical Support: Provide timely and effective technical support to clients and students, resolving IT-related issues promptly.
- System Administration: Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights within Canvas, ISAMS, and Microsoft products.
- Data Management: Ensure the security and integrity of school data, performing regular backups and implementing data protection measures.
- Training and Development: Conduct training sessions for staff and students on the effective use of Canvas, ISAMS, and Microsoft products.
- Software Updates: Monitor and apply software updates and patches to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the academic and administrative teams to support the integration of technology in the classroom and administrative processes.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and school policies.
- Software Integration and Development: Integrate various software used by the school, offering improvements and developments to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Market Awareness: Stay up to date with emerging educational software and technologies that could enhance the school's operations and learning environment.
- Support Momenta Group IT requirements across WPA/ LPA and ADL
- Provide Administration support as required.
Essential
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT administration, preferably in an educational setting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency/ experience in using Canvas, ISAMS, Zoom or Adobe Connect and Microsoft products (e.g., Office 365, SharePoint, Teams).
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.
Desirable
- Certifications: Relevant IT certifications
- Experience (desirable): Previous experience working in a secondary school or educational institution.
- Innovation: A proactive approach to identifying and implementing new technologies to enhance the learning environment.
Why join Outcomes First Group?
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.
There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.
Our Vision
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.
Our Promise
We Listen.
We never assume.
We work together.
To make the remarkable happen.
We are accountable.
To each other and for one another.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
- Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
- A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.
All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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