Position: Assistive Technology Support Specialist

Salary: £31,719 - £35,667 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Location: Sheffield

Hours: 37 hours per week x 52 weeks per year

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team as an Assistive Technology Support Specialist. To meet the emerging needs of our students with SEND and High Needs, this role requires an experienced professional to lead the development of assistive technology and work with the teams to embed this technology across the organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting students and staff, digital literacy, researching and trailing the latest innovations in assistive technology and supporting IT technology.

The Sheffield College is a thriving community of staff, students, governors, parents, and stakeholders who use our IT and digital resources. We now need someone to join Bloom, our curriculum for students who require a higher level of support and play their part in supporting students with assistive technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and assistance to enhance the lives of our students with learning disabilities.
• Customer-facing role providing second-line technical support.
• You will work closely with our staff and students, helping resolve or advise on IT-related matters.
• Work closely with the IT Service Desk, from which you will take requests for IT support.

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following qualities:

• Experience in both a Microsoft Office 365 and Google Classroom environment is essential
• Knowledge of Windows 10, Active Directory, and video conferencing platforms would be advantageous
• Experience in software and hardware installations, including supporting a range of IT and AV equipment.

If you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply!

What We Offer

• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Work-Life Balance - Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
• A Supportive Environment - 2 Week December closure for all employees
• Sustainability - Cycle to Work Scheme
• Supporting employees at all stages of life - enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

& Many More!

Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:

Email: [email protected]

We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Next Steps:

Closing Date: 9th September 2024

Interview Date: TBC

As a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce."

Also, as a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above.

We are an employer who is"committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures."

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