GreatFind Recruitment

GreatFind Recruitment is seeking a Recruitment Consultant or Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Harrow, supporting clients across the IT, technology and education sectors. We work with schools, multi academy trusts, MSPs, technology providers and EdTech companies across the UK, helping them recruit technical, commercial and operational professionals. IT, Technology and Education Recruitment Location: Harrow, London (HA1) Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive basic salary plus uncapped commission Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of new clients and vacancies, we are expanding our team and are keen to speak with experienced recruiters as well as individuals earlier in their recruitment career. This role offers the opportunity to build a successful recruitment desk within a specialist market while benefiting from a competitive base salary, uncapped commission structure, clear progression opportunities, monthly incentives and social events. We are open to speaking with both 180 recruiters focused on candidate delivery and 360 recruiters managing the full recruitment lifecycle . Key Responsibilities Sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals and networking Screening and interviewing candidates to assess suitability for roles Advertising vacancies and managing candidate applications Coordinating interviews between clients and candidates Building and maintaining strong relationships with candidates and clients Managing a pipeline of vacancies and candidates Business development and client relationship management for 360 consultants Skills and Experience Previous recruitment experience preferred but not essential Experience in IT, technology or education recruitment would be advantageous Strong communication and relationship building skills Experience sourcing candidates using LinkedIn and job boards Commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities Professional and organised approach to managing recruitment processes About GreatFind Recruitment GreatFind Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency focused on the IT, technology and education markets. Our consultative approach and sector knowledge enable us to support clients with permanent, contract and executive recruitment solutions across the UK. If you are currently working in recruitment and looking for your next opportunity, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

We are partnering with a fast-growing technology provider who deliver exceptional IT services to prestigious independent schools. They are seeking a highly skilled Network / Infrastructure Support Engineer to lead their Helpdesk provision and provide outstanding onsite and remote support to clients. Gloucestershire 1 day Office and 4 Days Remote Permanent - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT professional with strong 2nd/3rd line expertise to work with the latest technologies, support complex infrastructures, and play a key role in projects that directly enhance IT services within the education sector. About the Role As an Infrastructure Support Engineer , you will: Act as the lead for the Helpdesk function, ensuring outstanding client support. Deliver 2nd/3rd line technical support across networks, servers, firewalls, and cloud platforms. Carry out onsite technical assessments and contribute to project delivery. Support clients with Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, and security solutions. Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and maintain accurate documentation. Build trusted, long-term client relationships through a consultative approach. Contribute to technical roadmaps and provide senior engineering cover when required. What We're Looking For We are looking for a proactive and confident engineer with excellent technical knowledge and strong customer service skills. Essential skills and experience: Strong 2nd/3rd line support experience across networks, servers, and firewalls. Advanced networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, IP Subnetting, Routing). Hands-on experience administering Fortinet Firewalls. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Intune, and Entra ID. Familiarity with web filtering and email protection technologies. Excellent communication, documentation, and customer service skills. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel. Desirable: Experience supporting IT within schools or educational organisations. Familiarity with Fortinet Fabric Suite, Barracuda, Veeam/Acronis, Hyper-V, or VMware. Knowledge of safeguarding and education-focused IT security tools. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking IT provider with a reputation for excellence in the education sector. You'll enjoy: Competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working with home-based flexibility and regular office visits. Company pension and sickness pay schemes. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme. 22 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off!), increasing with service. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Being part of a dynamic, supportive team shaping the future of IT in schools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional to step into an IT Manager role, leading and supporting ICT systems across schools. You'll play a vital part in ensuring reliable, secure, and innovative IT services that directly support teaching and learning. About the Role Job Title: IT Manager Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (full-time equivalent) Location: South East London area Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday Driving Licence: Essential Line Management Responsibility: Yes As the IT Manager, you'll be responsible for the full management of the school's IT infrastructure, from proactive maintenance and cybersecurity through to escalated support and network development. You will oversee technical operations across multiple sites, ensuring IT systems are effective, safe, and reliable. Key Responsibilities Maintain and develop the IT infrastructure, including servers, switches, firewalls, and backup systems. Monitor networks for performance, issues, and cybersecurity threats. Provide second- and third-line IT support, and occasionally first-line where required. Troubleshoot network, systems, and software issues through to resolution. Advise and support staff and students on IT issues in an approachable, user-friendly way. Line manage IT technicians and provide leadership within the IT team. Assist with network development projects. Cover sites during staff absence and respond to escalated service desk tickets. About You We're looking for a technically skilled and customer-focused IT professional who is confident managing infrastructure in an education setting. You'll be an excellent communicator with the ability to explain technical matters clearly to non-technical users, and you'll bring a proactive, solution-focused mindset. Essential skills and experience include: Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server (), roles and services. Office 365 deployment, migration, and management. Active Directory (Local and Azure) and Group Policy management. Virtualisation with Hyper-V and VMware. PC deployment with SCCM, MDT, or WDS. Networking: configuration, VLANs, subnetting (HP/Aruba experience advantageous). Knowledge of backup solutions such as VEEAM, Redstor, or NAS devices. Experience with firewall, web-filtering, and wireless solutions (Smoothwall, WatchGuard, Aruba). Familiarity with Sophos suite (AV, security). Previous experience in the education sector is highly desirable. Why Apply? This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll have the chance to lead IT delivery across schools, directly impacting the success of staff and students, while developing your own skills and career in a supportive environment.