Are you an experienced IT professional with a knack for leadership? We are seeking a proactive Lead ICT Technician to oversee our support team, ensuring our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and that staff and students have the digital tools they need to succeed.
About WPT
At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.
About the Role
As the Lead ICT Technician, you will bridge the gap between technical strategy and daily operations. You will support the Network Manager in maintaining the school's network while taking direct responsibility for the service desk. Your role involves managing the ICT support team's workflow, allocating tasks, and ensuring technical issues are resolved promptly to minimise disruption to learning. From installing hardware to monitoring system security and mentoring junior technicians, you will be pivotal in maintaining a robust digital environment for the academy.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Supervise the ICT support team by managing the helpdesk workflow, allocating tasks, and identifying training needs to ensure high service standards.
Technical Operations: Oversee the installation and maintenance of hardware and software, ensuring ICT areas are fully operational and technical issues are resolved quickly to minimise disruption.
Network & Security: Support the Network Manager in maintaining infrastructure, whilst monitoring system integrity, security protocols, and adherence to safeguarding and internet usage policies.
User Support: Provide expert technical support and basic training to staff and students, ensuring the effective use of technology to maximise learning and administrative outcomes.
The successful candidate must have significant experience in an ICT support role, preferably within an educational setting, and a relevant IT qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3/4, CompTIA, or equivalent).
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
Professional Growth and Development
***Closing date: Noon, Monday 23rd February 2026***
For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org
For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To be successful in your application, you will need to demonstrate an effective and creative approach to education, a passion for your subject, and a commitment to supporting the development of the department.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service
Please note we operate safer recruitment and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full**
**Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV), clearly demonstrating:
Why you are applying for this position
How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)
Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned
