We have an exciting opportunity for a focused and committed individual to join the 17 strong team at Laurus Trust as an IT Technician. The successful applicant would contribute to the IT Team based at a school that best fits with their commute. You will become a key member of the Laurus Trust family, and will play a vital role in maintaining the high standards of the Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity for a personable and customer-focused candidate to develop their technology skillset, advance their career and to join a team of dedicated IT professionals who support and service the IT function across 6 secondary, 6 primary, 4 sixth forms and 1 alternative provision schools for over 10,000 users. You will become an integral part of an expanding and progressive organisation, and be a key contributor to the support and maintenance of the Trust IT provision which in turn will support the continued delivery of outstanding education to our students.If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.
Job Purpose (For further details on the role, please find the Job Description below)
- To provide technical support and maintenance service for the IT provision across the schools in the Laurus Trust.
Key Skills & Experience
- Sound educational background including GCSE’s in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
- Prior experience in a similar IT based role.
- Basic understanding of computer networks.
To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.
Please note a full application must be submitted as CV’s will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.
Proposed Interview date: 12th January 2026
We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.
Disability Confident Employer
We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.
The Laurus Trust is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome and encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of individual background or circumstance.
The Laurus Trust and its affiliated schools are committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. This is in line with statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education and The Education Act 2002. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
