Senior IT Technician Recruitment Information DERWENT LODGE SOMERHILL PRE-PREP

Employment Status Full time

Required From As Soon As Possible

School Division All Schools

Application Closing Date 7th April 2019

Interview Date W/B 8th April 2019

Somerhill, , , TN11 0NJ | 01732 352124 | www.somerhill.org

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ABOUT US A Message from the Principal – Duncan Sinclair

Ours is a very special school with a unique structure in this part of the world. We have a coeducational pre-prep of 200 boys and girls aged 3-7. At the end of Year Two, in the same way as for ‘diamond model’ schools, our girls join Derwent Lodge, (136 girls Year 3 to 6) and the boys join Yardley Court (250 boys Year 3 to 8). Our pupils are therefore taught in single sex classes from the age of seven but very much in a coeducational setting. More details can be found on our website: www.somerhill.org

The school is based in a stunning Jacobean mansion That said, many of our pupils will move on to set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland. You will be independent secondary schools which, for the boys hard-pressed to find a more glorious setting for a includes the likes of Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Bedes, school! Somerhill is an estate just to the South of Sutton Valance and Eastbourne College. Derwent Tonbridge and is readily accessed by a slip road off Lodge girls commonly move on to Sevenoaks, Kent the A21. We have excellent facilities including a College, , Mayfield and multi-purpose sports hall, Astroturf, new dining hall Benenden. and indoor swimming pool complex and Music School built in 2014. Whilst the Schools at Somerhill have some 600 pupils, the division into three separate schools Ours is a mixed ability school. We have very bright means that each school is able to tailor its teaching and capable pupils, some of whom will go on to to best suit the children within it. Parents feel that win scholarships at academic schools such as they have the best of both worlds with small care Tonbridge and Sevenoaks at 11+/13+. We also find and linked pupil/teacher ratios but with larger boys and girls who find aspects to their learning school facilities and social opportunities. They are more challenging and currently approximately 60+ very supportive of the idea behind a co-educational pupils receive some measure of additional support. pre-prep leading to single sex prep schools, but within a mixed gender environment.

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THE AIMS OF THE SCHOOL

The Schools at Somerhill seek to help each of our pupils to achieve the greatest all-round development and success of which they are capable. This includes promoting their academic, personal, spiritual, social, and moral growth.

We aim to give each child self-esteem, resilience and a determination to make their lives as fulfilling as possible both here at Somerhill and as members of a global community.

We encourage our pupils to work hard and take a pride in achievement, to think honestly and independently, to face up to challenges, to accept responsibility, to show concern for others and the environment and to develop a broad range of skills and interests.

In a caring and happy community, we want our children to make the most of their talents and promote the well-being of themselves and others.

Somerhill Pre-Prep is our school for 3 to 7-year-old girls and boys. “High quality education in a happy environment. Teaching enables pupils of all abilities to make progress. It promotes exploration and independent learning and gives pupils confidence in their abilities.” Independent Schools Inspectorate

Derwent Lodge is our Preparatory School for 7 to 11-year-old girls. “Excellent standards in lessons, in the scholarships and places gained at senior schools. Girls work together exceptionally well and show considerable imagination, independence of thought and flair.” Independent Schools Inspectorate

Yardley Court is our Preparatory School for 7 to 13-year-old boys. “Pupils thrive in the atmosphere of hard work, enjoyment and effort. Their attitude to their work is excellent and they take pride in their achievements and the success of others.” Independent Schools Inspectorate

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THE DEPARTMENT

The Schools at Somerhill is a unique challenge for IT, working in a Grade I listed building while demanding up- to-date services and infrastructure. The IT team, which is made up of the IT Manager, Senior IT Technician and IT Technician, provide support across all three schools as well as to the Estates and Admin teams. The department maintain the physical network, hardware, Management Information Systems (iSAMS), CCTV, telephones and printing solution. The team run a service desk for users and ensure the smooth and secure operation of the network, giving staff and pupils access to the data and services they need.

Beyond the day to day running, the department continuously reviews the School’s systems in order to provide the best possible quality of service for all users.

IT Services is part of the Administration team, run by the IT Manager and overseen by the Bursar. JOB DESCRIPTION

Post: Senior IT Technician Reports to: IT Manager Accountable for: Supervisory role over the IT Technician

• To provide 2nd line helpdesk support and 1st line infrastructure support • Provide training and advice as required across the Schools to all staff and pupils. • To install and test new IT equipment and network devices, including hardware, peripherals, and software according to manufacturer instructions. • To assist in the monitoring of system performance. • Diagnose and resolve network, software and hardware faults (including peripherals), and perform regular checks, maintenance repairs and upgrades as required. • To assist the IT Manager in the provision, maintenance and upgrades of the core IT systems. • To supervise and assign tasks to IT Technician. • To assist the IT Manager in managing projects and budgetary requirements. • To assist the IT Manager with strategy and development planning. • To administer and monitor basic Health and Safety and audit checks including warranties and licences. • Undertake monitoring, inventory and documentation of departmental stock and equipment as directed by the IT Manager. • Work as part of the wider ICT team to develop ideas and processes to ensure the security and integrity of the ICT systems are maintained. • To liaise with suppliers for quotes and support with issues. • To undertake available training opportunities and demonstrate a commitment to continuous development. • To demonstrate a willingness to work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal core hours, in response to service demands as agreed with the IT Manager • To perform such other tasks as may reasonably be required by the IT Manager or by the Bursar. • To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Schools policies.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Desirable Education & • 3 years+ experience • Relevant IT qualification. Qualifications Knowledge & • Proficient knowledge of PC hardware. • Experience of providing ICT Experience • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Windows support within a customer and Office. focussed setting • Good knowledge of Active Directory and • Experience of working in a Group Policy Objects. school-based environment. • iSAMS experience • Good knowledge of VMWare. • Good knowledge of SCCM. • Good knowledge of Office 365 and Google G Suite for Education. Skills and • Good communication and inter-personal • Basic programming abilities and Abilities skills understanding • Analytical think, act on your own initiative • Multi-task effectively and prioritise your own workload • Business focused approach • Troubleshoot and support the installation and repair of computer hardware, networks, software, printers and other peripheral equipment • Ability to simplify technical jargon. • Logically troubleshoot problems • Ability to work under pressure • Customer focused • Good inter-personal skills including tact and sensitivity • Commitment to work as a positive and constructive team member and meet deadlines

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THE PACKAGE

Salary: £23,000 - £28,000 per annum, negotiable dependent on qualifications and experience. Hours: Full time 08:00 to 17:00, with an hour unpaid lunch break. Holiday: 20 days plus bank holidays Pension: Automatic enrolment in the School Pension Scheme Contributory defined contribution pension scheme

Benefits: • School Fee Remissions • Free school lunch provided each day in the School Dining Hall • Free onsite parking • CPD training will be supported in this role.

All interested candidates are invited to visit the school at any time prior to the final date for submission of applications.

Please e-mail or telephone the school if you would like to avail yourself of this opportunity.

Format of Applications

Formal applications will only be accepted via the official Schools at Somerhill Application Form which will be published alongside this pack on our website: www.somerhill.org

Further Information

If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact the IT Manager, 01732 352124, for a conversation or for general queries Celia Box [email protected]

The Schools at Somerhill are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, sight of original qualification documents and satisfactory references. The post is also subject to a negative response to an enquiry as to whether a prohibition order has been made by the Secretary of State.

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