IT Support Manager (Parental Leave Cover)
The Old Vicarage School
Richmond upon Thames
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- Quick apply
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 17/02/2025
- Apply by:
- 20 December 2024
Job overview
Old Vicarage School is a small independent girls prep school in Richmond. We are incredibly fortunate to be situated on Richmond Hill within easy access of the city-centre, the beauty of Richmond Park as well as excellent transport links.
The position available is for IT Support Manager and is available from 17th February to 31 August 2025 (Parental Leave Cover).
The successful candidate will report to the Bursar as an integral member of the School’s Team ensuring the school's IT hardware, network and software all run smoothly.
The role would suit a candidate who has preferably, but not necessarily worked in schools or similar Microsoft based IT support environment.
The role will include providing appropriate support for all students, staff, parents and Governors as well as ensuring that all systems within the school are safe and secure and comply with Data Protection and GDPR.
Experience with Smoothwall, Firefly / other VLE's / iSams or similar MIS, AV Equipment (smartboards), JAMF / Intune or other MDM solutions and PBX phone systems is preferred.
The successful candidate should be personable, proactive, empathetic and have patience with non-technical users. Possess good communication skills and be able to work independently, be adept at managing priorities and calm under pressure.
To be considered you will need to complete the full application form and also attach an updated CV. Old Vicarage School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline advertised.
Should you wish to apply or discuss the role in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact Ms N Barker at n.barker@oldvicarageschool.com
Old Vicarage School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and therefore any offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a number of background checks including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list check, the taking up and verification of references and the verification of career history and fitness to undertake the role, as well as an online check.
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About The Old Vicarage School
Introduction from our Head, Mrs Clare Strickland.
The Old Vicarage is an iconic Grade 2* Listed castle on Richmond Hill and is home to the only girls’ prep school in Richmond.
The school provides an excellent educational experience for girls who thrive in a safe, secure and stimulating environment supported by outstanding teaching from experienced and dedicated staff.
Classes of no more than 15, enable teachers to understand the individual learning profiles of each girl, ensuring that their potential is recognised and nurtured.
The broad curriculum is stimulating, engaging and diverse.
The girls have the opportunity to shine through music, art, drama, sport and through the excellent extra-curricular programme. The girls are encouraged to question, explore and have the confidence to try all of the new experiences and opportunities available.
The girls leave the school equipped with the skills to face the challenges of the modern world. They are creative, confident, ambitious and have the self-belief that there are no limits to what they can achieve. The girls at the Old Vicarage develop friendships which last a lifetime and treasure their memories of their time at the school.
We welcome you to join us at the school and look forward to meeting with you soon.
Our Mission Statement
To educate our girls to their highest level of academic achievement providing them with opportunities to embrace new challenges with confidence.
To prepare them to become responsible and compassionate global citizens who are creative and ambitious in their outlook.
An Old Vicarage School pupil is a diligent, happy, confident and considerate girl, who achieves personal success through challenge, inspiration and support.
Our Core Values
At the Old Vicarage School we C-A-R-E
C - we are Curious
A - we are Ambitious
R - we are Resilient
E - we Empathetic
EDI Statement
At the Old Vicarage School, we are committed to ensuring equality of education and opportunity for all girls, staff, parents and carers irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio-economic background. We aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to the school feel proud of their identity and ability to participate fully in school life.
ISI Educational Quality Inspection - June 2019 Rated Excellent
“The School fully meets its aim to enable every pupil to be the best she can, whether academically or in the arts, drama or sports. Pupils display exemplary attituded to learning.”
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement
Old Vicarage School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken on appointment.
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