IT Engineer

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Recognised IT qualification
Start Date: 23rd February 2026
Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for IT Engineer to join our fantastic central team at Prospere Learning Trust.

This is a Grade 4, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting full time salary is £26,403.

Main Purpose of the Job

• To provide specialist technical IT support across Trust Academies including the development and maintenance of infrastructure / resources and to provide general support to staff and pupils
• To work collaboratively with all staff and parents/carers to support student well-being and promote the values of the Trust and each school.
• Under the direction of the Head of IT Services support the installation, maintenance, availability and security of the Trust-wide network, hardware, and software.
• To make a key contribution to the development of and support provided by the IT Services Team across all schools through the provision and delivery of a highly effective service.
• To have a basic understanding of IT's role in safeguarding and the measures used to support a safe working environment for staff and students.

The interviews will be held at Greenacres, Wythenshawe, M23 2SZ shortly after the closing date.

About the Candidate

• Someone who is suitably qualified, and in possession of a full driving license. The ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of computer network fundamentals and computer components, and a keen interest in IT.
• Along with good analytical and problem-solving skills. We seek a highly motivated individual with good communication and customer service skills.
• This post is suitable for someone looking to advance their knowledge and skillset within IT, working as part of a team to deliver a high standard of support to staff and students across the Trust.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays - teachers as per School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cycle scheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid - in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

About Us

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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.