IT Technician, Tyne Coast Academy Trust

Salary £29,064 - £31,022 per annum

Tyne Coast Academy Trust represents the joining of schools across the north-east region who share a collective vision for excellence in education at all stages.  The Trust currently consists of five schools, three secondary schools and two primary schools.  The vision of the Trust is to be an outstanding MAT, providing excellence in education at all stages.  The Trust has a strategically developed growth plan to increase the size of the MAT and is in the unique position of being sponsored by Tyne Coast College which provides excellent career development opportunities. 

The successful candidate will work as a member of the Trust’s central IT support team to ensure the reliable provision of schools IT systems and services. 

The role will involve working across TCAT sites learning all aspects of IT support including installation, set-up, upgrading, maintenance and support of a wide range of IT equipment and supporting school staff and pupils with IT issues, undertaking repairs to equipment and installing software.  You will also support the provision of a professional first line technical advisory and diagnostic service to staff and students within a service desk environment.

The ideal candidate will be customer focussed, with a proactive attitude, the role will involve extensive interaction with a diverse range of staff and students so the ability to develop professional relationships is essential as are strong IT skills with experience of working in an IT support role and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.  There is also a requirement to be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme and have access to high quality CPD.  You will also receive consistent support from a dedicated CEO, Trustees, central trust team and Head Teachers.

The deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 22 September 2025.  Please return completed applications to dayna.hancock@tynecoast.academy

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.  

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview.  Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who discloses a disability where their application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Application packs and further information can be found on the academy trust website https://www.tynecoast.academy/join-our-mat/recruitment  or by contacting HR by emailing dayna.hancock@tynecoast.academy