Apprentice IT Technician

Launch Your IT Career in Education

The Hurlingham Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Apprentice IT Technician to join our outstanding support team. This role offers hands-on experience across multiple school sites in West London and the opportunity to work within a collaborative cluster of academies under the United Learning Trust.

If you’re eager to gain practical technical knowledge and help maintain essential IT services that support teaching and learning, we’d love to hear from you.

 Role Overview:

As our Apprentice IT Technician, you’ll work closely with the IT Site Manager and cluster team to support the delivery and maintenance of IT infrastructure across five academies:

• The Hurlingham Academy (Primary location)

• Ernest Bevin Academy

• Paddington Academy

• Holland Park School

• The Elms Academy

This is a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic multi-academy trust, gaining vital experience in troubleshooting, software/hardware support, and network maintenance in an educational environment.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT equipment and systems

• Provide frontline IT support to staff and students, both remotely and on-site

• Maintain accurate records of IT issues and resolutions

• Monitor system performance and report issues to the Site Manager

• Support safe, secure, and responsible IT usage in schools

 Who We’re Looking For:

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines independently

• Enthusiastic about supporting young people and education

• Eager to learn and open to ongoing training and development

• Willingness to travel between schools within the West London Cluster

 Why Join The Hurlingham Academy?

• Rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted (2024)

• Consistently in the top 5 United Learning academies

• 85% of students achieve grade 4+ in English and Maths

• Supportive staff culture and commitment to professional growth

• High-quality CPD and career progression opportunities

• Close-knit team, strong pastoral care, and a knowledge-rich curriculum

• 10-minute walk from Parsons Green station and steps from the River Thames

 Staff Benefits:

• Enhanced pay rates and 20% PPA time

• Access to subject adviser networks & shared resources

• Excellent CPD and training opportunities

• Enhanced parental leave and staff wellbeing programs

• Confidential counselling and wellbeing support

• Free lunch and on-site facilities

 Safeguarding Notice:

The Hurlingham Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

 Apply Now:

Apply before noon on Sunday, 29 June 2025 to kickstart your IT career in one of London’s top-performing schools.