Vacancies

Duties include:

The post holder is required to carry out duties of an apprentice ICT Technician; to support with the maintenance of the school’s ICT resource for safe, effective use by pupils and staff.

• Resolve basic problems associated with operating systems, networks, software, hardware, printers etc around the school
• Record support requests, outcomes and time taken in the support log
• Maintain the school mobile devices, installing apps, organise laptop trolleys etc
• Undergo any training linked to the development of ICT across the school
• Assist and Support the High School technician with day-to-day duties such as hardware allocation and repair, stock rotation and replenishment of reprographics.
• Assist with password resets and account creation and large projects that are ongoing in the school.
• Assist the Holywell federated ICT technician with day-to-day duties and attend 16 supported primary schools with all aspects of their ICT needs such as set up of new devises ranging from PCs, Laptops and iPad, and VR Class assistance as well as the creation of new users for the school.
• Work closely with suppliers to get the schools the best deals for the budget that they have available.
• Assist with ongoing projects in the cluster and get a good understanding of the Welsh Governments HWB project at both High School and Primary School Levels.

Support the Pupils by:

• Ensuring that, as far as possible, pupils are not exposed to inappropriate materials on the internet
• Working with staff, parents and pupils to promote safe use of ICT equipment and sites at school and at home
• Support in the identification of software and hardware that can aid children with specific educational needs
• Maintaining Alternative Augmentative Communication devices e.g. adding vocabulary, updating system etc in collaboration with Speech and Language Therapist

Support the Teachers by:

• Preparing hall and classrooms for ICT activities as appropriate
• Delivering mobile devices to classrooms in accordance with the timetable
• Supporting teachers in planning and preparation and production of ICT based resources

Support the School by:

• Being aware of and following all school policies and procedures, in particular policies relating to the use of ICT equipment and sites
• Contribute to maintenance of the school web site and ensuring that information is accessible and up to date
• Working with ICT staff to support delivery of the ICT action plan linked to required investment to ensure that ICT equipment meets the needs of the curriculum

Maintenance of resources:

• Ensure mobile devices are put on charge and securely stored overnight
• Ensure that ICT equipment is put away appropriately and in working order
• Ensure the photocopiers are well stocked and in good working order
• Ensure computers are in good working order