Tiverton, Devon
About Us
Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3 – 18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based in 100 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.
We are now looking for a Junior IT Technician to join us on a full-time, permanent basis. The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm during term time and Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm during school holidays. The role also includes one Saturday morning in four during term time, from 8.30am to 12.00pm, alongside limited on-call cover for that weekend where required.
The Benefits
- Salary of £25,300 per annum
- 4 weeks’ paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and additional “customary” days
- Competitive company pension scheme
- Meals when the kitchen is in operation
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Use of excellent on-site sports facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool and gym
- Market-leading employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free staff parking
This is a fantastic opportunity for an IT enthusiast to develop a rewarding and well-supported IT career with our highly regarded school.
You’ll discover the perfect role in which to grow your skills and experience levels, with exposure to modern, state-of-the-art technology, plenty of support, and a varied workload.
What’s more, we will invest in your growth through ongoing guidance, practical experience and dedicated training opportunities designed to help you thrive.
So, if you want to take the first, exciting step in your IT career within a supportive and rewarding school environment, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Junior IT Technician, you will support the day-to-day operation of our IT services across both our Senior and Prep schools.
Providing responsive first-line support to staff and pupils, you will troubleshoot a wide range of problems relating to devices, Microsoft 365 applications, Wi-Fi connectivity, printers and classroom technology.
Working with the support of the wider IT team, you will assist with device preparation, deployment and maintenance, and contribute to projects and improvement activities that help keep our IT systems and services running smoothly.
Additionally, you will:
- Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, tablets and peripherals
- Support updates, patching, repairs and consumable replacements
- Assist with hardware setup, movements and classroom AV equipment
- Support school events requiring IT and AV equipment
- Maintain accurate IT asset and stock records
- Identify recurring issues and suggest practical improvements
About You
To be considered as a Junior IT Technician, you will need:
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 and/or Office applications
- Basic troubleshooting skills across devices, software and peripherals
- Basic knowledge of PC hardware and workplace IT equipment
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to explain technical information clearly to a range of users
- The ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Reliability, discretion and professionalism appropriate to a school environment
If you don’t feel you meet every requirement for this position, we’d still encourage you to explore our Apprentice IT Technician opportunity.
Blundell’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Background checks on your online digital presence will also be carried out.
The closing date for this role is Thursday 4th June 2026.
Other organisations may call this role Graduate IT Support Technician, Junior First Line Support Technician, IT Support Assistant, Service Desk Assistant, IT Helpdesk Technician, Junior Support Analyst, or ICT Assistant.
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Salary description
£25300.00 - £25300.00 per year