IT Technician

Farleigh School is a highly successful and vibrant co-educational prep school for boarders and day pupils, aged 3 to 13, based in the beautiful Test Valley of Hampshire and set in 70 acres of open parkland and landscaped woodland.

At Farleigh, we pride ourselves on our team of skilled and dedicated staff. Each member plays a vital role in the running of the school and in creating a warm, friendly atmosphere for pupils and parents.

Farleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo appropriate Child Protection Screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure and an online search in line with safer recruitment.

To apply for this position, please complete the Support Staff Application Form (which can be found on the Farleigh School website) and return to the HR department at hr@farleighschool.com.

**Farleigh School reserves the right to appoint at any time in the recruitment process**

Farleigh School is seeking to appoint an experienced and forward‑thinking IT Technician who will play a central role in maintaining, developing, and enhancing the school’s IT environment. Working closely with the IT Manager and the Head of IT & Computing, the successful candidate will provide high‑quality support to staff and pupils, while contributing to system development and the continual improvement of the school’s digital infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will

• Bring a strong, demonstrable understanding of computer hardware, software, networks, and modern IT systems through previous hands‑on experience
• Show commitment to ongoing professional development and emerging technologies
• Demonstrate excellent problem‑solving skills and remain effective under pressure
• Possess strong planning and organisational skills with a flexible, proactive approach
• Communicate clearly and confidently with staff, pupils, and external partners
• Work successfully both independently and as part of a team
• Be self‑motivated, able to prioritise effectively, and take initiative to improve systems and processes

We are seeking an individual to work full-time all year round

• Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm

Some flexibility is available for the right candidate. Due to the nature of the position and the needs of the school, this role must remain school based, rather than hybrid or remote.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person