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School IT Technician

Assistant staff

14 June 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Staff / Administration

Salary

£27,319-£31,236

Required Qualifications

Strong customer service skills
End-user support experience
Multi-OS troubleshooting (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
AV equipment support
A Level or equivalent
Collaborative team player
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School IT Technician

School IT Technician

The School of Arts and Humanities is seeking a motivated and customer focused IT Technician to join the School IT Team. This is a key front line role providing IT and AV support across several institutions within the School.

Working as part of a collaborative and well established team, you will support a diverse academic community and contribute to the smooth running of IT services across the School.

This position is particularly suited to applicants who already understand the University's IT environment, governance, and support structures.

If you are looking to broaden your experience, this role offers:

  • Exposure to multiple faculties and specialist institutions
  • Opportunities to work with a wide range of technologies and user groups
  • A supportive team culture with strong peer learning
  • Pathways for skills development through training and on the job experience

You'll be joining a School that includes eight faculties and three other institutions, supporting around 650 staff - which provides variety, challenges, and room to grow.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Acting as the first point of contact for IT support queries
  • Troubleshooting issues across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
  • Supporting teaching spaces, meeting rooms, and AV equipment
  • Assisting with device setup, configuration, and maintenance
  • Working with local IT staff and the wider IT community
  • Contributing to service improvements and knowledge sharing

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Experience supporting end users in a technical environment
  • Confidence working across multiple operating systems
  • A collaborative approach and willingness to learn
  • Education to A Level standard or equivalent experience

Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed and should be directed to the School IT Manager, Andy Kingsley on ajk202@cam.ac.uk. Questions on the application process should be directed to the School's HR Team on SAHHR@admin.cam.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is midnight (BST) on Sunday 14 June 2026. Interviews are planned for week commencing Monday 22 June 2026, subject to change. Previous applicants for this role need not apply.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please quote reference GA49538 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location

Office of the School of Arts and Humanities

Salary

£27,319-£31,236

Reference

GA49538

Category

Assistant staff

Date published

30 April 2026

Closing date

14 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

💻What are the main responsibilities of the School IT Technician role?

As the first point of contact for IT support, you will troubleshoot issues across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android; support AV equipment in teaching spaces and meeting rooms; assist with device setup and maintenance; collaborate with local IT staff; and contribute to service improvements. This role supports around 650 staff across eight faculties. Explore more administration jobs at universities.

🎓What qualifications and skills are required for this IT Technician position?

Candidates need strong customer service and interpersonal skills, experience supporting end-users, confidence with multiple operating systems, a collaborative approach, and education to A Level standard or equivalent. Prior knowledge of the University's IT environment is advantageous. Check free resume templates to highlight your technical skills.

💰What is the salary and what benefits does the role offer?

The salary range is £27,319-£31,236. Benefits include exposure to multiple faculties, work with diverse technologies, supportive team culture, peer learning, skills development via training, and growth opportunities in a large academic community. View university salaries for comparisons in higher education.

📝How do I apply for the School IT Technician job at University of Cambridge?

Quote reference GA49538 on your application. Apply online via the recruitment system by midnight BST on 14 June 2026. Interviews are week of 22 June 2026. Direct process questions to SAHHR@admin.cam.ac.uk. Use our free cover letter template for a strong application.

📧Is visa sponsorship available, and who should I contact for enquiries?

The University requires employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not mentioned. For informal enquiries, contact School IT Manager Andy Kingsley (ajk202@cam.ac.uk). Previous applicants need not reapply. See higher ed jobs for similar UK roles.

🚀What makes this role ideal for career growth in university IT support?

Join a collaborative team supporting diverse academic users across institutions. Gain skills development through training, on-the-job experience, and exposure to varied technologies and faculties. This front-line IT technician position offers pathways for broadening experience in the University of Cambridge's IT environment.
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