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IT Officer - Full-time

Cygnus Academies Trust

  • Ref:KCC-F48-30-S
  • Posted:30/06/2022
  • Pay:KR8 (£26,205 - £29,885)
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:30/07/2022 at 14:15
  • Interviews:TBC

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Cygnus Academies Trust is looking to recruit an experienced IT Officer to join its Shared Services team. The IT Officer will support the IT Director with all aspects of the Trust’s IT provision.

Cygnus Academies Trust is currently comprised of six primary schools. Five in the Dartford area and one in Tonbridge. As a Trust we are accountable for 2,300+ pupils, 300+ staff and £11M+ of public funds. With growth of the Trust by two additional schools joining in July 2022.

You will need excellent IT, communication and problem-solving skills; possess confidence and initiative; and have a willingness to contribute to the continued improvement of our Shared Services Team. Previous IT experience within a school or Multi Academy Trust would be an advantage, however, training will be provided.

The successful candidate will also have the following qualities:

  • Great attention to detail.
  • Be flexible and able to work well within the team.
  • Offer great customer service, with strong communication skills.
  • Have a 'can do' teamwork approach.

 

Role details:

Role:                  IT Officer

Contract:            Permanent, full time role

Hours:                37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Weeks:               52 weeks per year (flexible for the right candidate)

Salary:               Kent Scheme KR8 (£26,205 - £29,885 per annum)

 

                      

Location:            Based at Manor Community Primary School, Swanscombe, Kent DA10 0BU

                          (with travel between schools in the Trust as required)

 

Please contact HR on 01322 224201 or by email hr@cygnus.org.uk to discuss the role in more detail.

 

Cygnus Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and relevant references being received. Please note we are unable to accept CV’s, only fully completed application forms will be accepted.

Information about the trust

Cygnus Academies Trust

Cygnus Academies Trust who are a group of friendly, like-minded schools, working together in the best interest of all our children. Driven by a desire to collaborate at every level, with an emphasis on staff development and opportunities for all. Cygnus Academies Trust schools really are a fantastic place to work and learn. Our approach is to allow all schools to retain and celebrate their uniqueness. While ensuring; great teaching and learning, strong leadership and management, effective local governance, curriculum expertise, visionary business and financial management.

For further information about the Trust, please visit www.cygnus.org.uk

Safer recruitment

Cygnus Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs will not be accepted, and you are required to complete the application in full giving details of all employment, training and gaps in employment. Cygnus Academies Trust reserves the right to reject incomplete application forms and any consistencies or anomalies will be explored at, or prior to, interview.

Any offer of employment is subject to pre-employment checks including a satisfactory ‘Enhanced with Barred List Check’ through the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will require two satisfactory references; one of which must be your line manager in your present or most recent employment. References will be requested prior to interview so please ensure that your referees are available to provide a reference.

Equal Opportunities

Cygnus Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion who welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. All people who work and study at our Trust have the right to be respected and valued within a safe and secure environment and not to be discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Jenny Baker
  • Address:Cygnus Academies Trust,
    C/O Manor Community Primary School,
    Keary Road,
    Swanscombe,
    Kent,
    DA10 0BU
  • Telephone: 01322224201
  • Email: jenny.baker@cygnus.org.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.