Technical Support Co-Ordinator (x 2)
Salary: Grade 7, point 15 – 22, £29,093 - £32,654 per annum.
Working Hours: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Thursday 8.00 am – 4.00 pm, Friday 8.00 am – 3.30 pm, Whole year, 25 - 32 days annual leave (dependent upon continuous service), 8 statutory bank holidays and 2 discretionary days
Contract: Permanent
Start date: As soon as possible
Primitas Learning Partnership formed in September 2021 as a truly collaborative educational venture, with a clear vision of: ‘Empowering and enabling schools to work together to provide the kind of education that every child needs and deserves’. Primitas Learning Partnership is now a Trust of 7 schools across the Lichfield and Burntwood district of Staffordshire. There are 2 High schools, 4 Primary schools and 1 Special School in the Trust, all of which are OFSTED ‘Good’ Schools.
At Primitas Learning Partnership, we are acutely aware that children only have one chance at a high quality, school-based education and so they need and deserve the best. Therefore, we are passionate about making this happen by doing the rights things in the right way… by being a truly collaborative educational venture, where everyone is of prime importance and where all can show leadership, with integrity and kindness, to help others improve.
The successful candidate will primarily be based at one of the secondary schools within the Trust (either Lichfield or Burntwood), but will be required to work at other schools within the Trust as planned with the Trust Network Manager. We currently have schools in Burntwood, Lichfield and Hill Ridware. Mileage expenses will be covered.
This is a new and exciting role for the Trust for someone who is passionate about making a difference for young people.
We are looking for someone who will:
* support integrated Trust and Academy computer systems, applications and associated software, and to advise and support on the implementation of Academy ICT system developments.
* work alongside the Trust Network Manager and other Tech Lead.
* Line manage Technicians/Apprentices.
* Provide support and guidance to staff within the Academies and Central team.
In return we can offer you:
* a commitment to continuing your professional development;
* a highly supportive Trust and central team who work hard to ensure children achieve the very best outcomes both academically and socially;
* an incredibly positive working environment, passionately believing that our human resources are our most important and valuable resources. Therefore, our staff wellbeing strategy is at the heart of our ongoing improvement work.
* option to join a healthcare plan at a reduced rate;
* access to free gym membership;
* competitive salary;
* competitive pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme).
If you feel you have the necessary skills and attributes, are highly motivated and dedicated to making a positive difference to children’s lives then we would love to hear from you.
Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and online searches. Candidates are encouraged to read the Safeguarding Policy for the Trust which is available on the Trust website www.Primitas.co.uk.
You will also be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references.
CLOSING DATE: 28th April 2025, 12 noon
To apply for this post, please complete the application form and return to the HR Manager, Mrs Debbie Westwood, either by post or email hr@primitas.co.uk. CV’s will not be accepted.
If you wish to talk through this role and what it entails, please contact our Chief Finance and Operations Officer on 01543 229937 to arrange an informal discussion.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a ‘disclosure’ check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service
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