The Role

Your primary role will revolve around defining, developing, monitoring, maintaining and replacing ICT Network systems. You will incorporate the views of the management, end-users, speciality engineers and suppliers to create efficient systems across the Trust.

The Candidate

We are looking for a proactive and highly skilled ICT Systems Engineer to join our Trust's dedicated ICT team. You will have a strong technical background with experience in ICT network support, server management, and cybersecurity. Your expertise in troubleshooting complex network issues and ensuring smooth day-to-day ICT operations will be essential in maintaining a high-performing and secure digital environment for our schools.

As a collaborative team player, you will work closely with colleagues, end-users, and external partners to develop and implement robust ICT solutions. Your ability to communicate effectively, provide training, and adapt to evolving technologies will make a significant impact on the Trust’s digital infrastructure. A methodical and detail-oriented approach, coupled with a customer-focused mindset, will ensure that our schools receive the best possible ICT support.

If you are passionate about technology, committed to continuous learning, and eager to contribute to a dynamic educational environment, we would love to hear from you. In return, you will have the opportunity to work within a supportive team, develop your skills, and play a key role in shaping the future of ICT within the Trust.

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve.  We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package

Affinity Learning Partnership strives to be an ‘Employer of Choice’ and is committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Leader’s listen to all stakeholders and are proactive in looking after our best resource - our staff.  We are proactive in ensuring a work life balance is maintained offering an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• BHSF Healthcare Scheme
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• Flu Vaccination Vouchers

Additional Information:

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

Please note:  Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of applications.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.