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Head of Lighting & Sound When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Head of Lighting & Sound - Sunderland Empire Theatre Reports to: Technical & Buildings Manager Reports: Deputy Chief LX, Senior Technician (s); Casual stage & LX crew Annualised hours contract - 40 hours per week plus 180 premium hours per annum. Join our Technical Department in a key leadership role supporting the Technical Manager while leading, managing, and developing the Lighting and Sound teams. You'll play a central part in welcoming and coordinating visiting companies, overseeing their technical and staffing requirements, delivering productions and events to the highest standards of safety and compliance, and ensuring our venue's equipment and infrastructure are maintained to an exceptional level. This full time, permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative technical team at the heart of our venue's operations. Key Responsibilities Lead on the safe and efficient fit ups, load outs, and show operations in line with legislation and visiting company requirements. Enforce safe working practices, ensuring trained and competent staff appropriate to the operational requirements. Supporting the Technical Manager ensure that all activities, infrastructure and equipment meet regulations and ATG Policies Procedures and guidance. Manage the safe operation, maintenance, testing and repair of all venue electrical and technical infrastructure and equipment. Service, maintain, and install electrical equipment in accordance with current IEE regulations. Monitor and coordinate external contractors, ensuring all work meets required standards and Health & Safety obligations. Work with the city council and partner agencies to ensure compliance for visiting productions. Operational Requirements Schedule and resource technical staff through effective long term planning, costing, and compliance with working time and union agreements. Work closely with visiting companies to meet technical needs economically and within contractual terms. Communicate seat removals or layout changes to Box Office, Marketing, and Front of House. Ensure all expenditure aligns with agreed budgets and ATG finance policies. Technical Lead all Lighting and Sound activity, ensuring productions and events are delivered to the highest standard. Work with the Technical Manager and Head of Stage to ensure all production requirements are met efficiently. Plan ahead and schedule technical staff effectively, producing and approving rosters in good time. Provide excellent customer care to producers, touring companies, and production teams in partnership with Technical and Stage Door teams. Act as a primary contact for visiting companies, responding promptly and professionally. Assist with get ins/get outs and operate as duty technician or console operator when required. Train and develop technical staff to meet business needs. Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, inspections, and insurance checks. Attend technical meetings and communicate company processes, updates, and goals. Safety Support the implementation and monitoring of Health & Safety procedures in line with legislation for staff and visiting companies. Ensure backstage and technical operations comply with legislation and ATG policies, with all documentation completed to a high standard. Carry out and regularly review Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Action safety points raised through audits or meetings within agreed timescales. Maintenance Work with the Technical Manager and Head of Stage to ensure backstage and auditorium areas are presented to the highest standards and remain safe. Develop, plan, and participate in maintenance, inspections, and testing of all technical infrastructure and equipment. Staff Development, Training & Communication Support the development of a skilled, cohesive, and motivated team through strong communication, training, and development. Ensure all ATG HR policies and procedures are implemented. Assist in recruiting, training, and managing staff to achieve departmental and business objectives. Participate in company, venue, and departmental meetings to ensure clear and consistent communication. Other Duties Work at other ATG venues when required. Undertake any reasonable duties and training as needed. Your skills, qualities, and experience. We welcome transferable skills from other industries. If you can demonstrate many of the essential skills, qualities and experience we encourage you to apply. We are able to provide training where necessary. Essential Proven experience working on medium to large-scale touring productions, either from a receiving house or touring company perspective. Demonstrable experience in both leading and contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Proficient in the setup, operation, and live mixing of lighting for theatrical productions and live events. Extensive experience in programming and operating lighting using ETC Eos-family consoles, with a high level of proficiency expected. Familiarity with the Apex 10 desk is desirable, with the ability to deliver complex lighting states accurately and efficiently under production conditions. A versatile and experienced multi-skilled theatre technician, confident across a broad range of technical disciplines. Practical experience and competence in the use of counterweight (single purchase) flying systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to motivate colleagues and a strong commitment to both personal and team development. A proactive, solution-focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Sound working knowledge of current health and safety legislation, including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM), the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR), the Lifting. Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), and the Provision and Use of Wok Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), with the ability to apply these principles effectively within a practical theatre environment. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, as required by the production schedule. A genuine enthusiasm for live performance and a commitment to delivering high-quality technical support to artists, creatives, and audiences alike. Desirable Formal training in Manual Handling and Working at Height, with the ability to apply safe working practices in line with current legislation. Current First Aid at Work certification. Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) qualification, with the ability to conduct and document inspections in accordance with safety standards. IOSH Managing Safely certificate or equivalent, demonstrating a proactive approach to maintaining a safe and legally compliant working environment. Qualification or proven competency in the safe use and handling of stage pyrotechnics. A working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSAW), with the ability to support its practical application in a technical theatre setting. Understanding of domestic electrical installation principles, with working knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices. Certificates in BS 7909:2011 Code of Practice for Temporary Electrical Systems for Entertainment and related purposes and its implementation in live performance environments and BS 7671:2018 (IET Wiring Regulations), particularly in relation to theatre installations and temporary power systems. General understanding of building maintenance requirements and the ability to identify and report issues appropriately. Working knowledge of the BECTU/UK Theatre collective agreement, with an understanding of relevant working practices and conditions. Experience in relighting touring or transferred productions, with sensitivity to both the artistic intent and practical constraints of the receiving venue. About Us - Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees . click apply for full job details

Senior Technician - Lighting When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Senior Technician - Lighting You'll report to the Head of Lighting and Sound and be responsible for casual technicians. You'll also work closely with the Senior Technician - Sound, Senior Technician - Stage, Head of Stage, and the Technical Manager. This role is an integral part of the technical team within this busy regional venue. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive experience in the technical aspects of theatre craft and have a background in facilitating shows. You will be a good team player with excellent communication skills, computer literate and have the ability to lead and motivate others. You will have a good working knowledge of current health and safety legislation, along with modern theatre technology systems. The Senior Technician - Lighting will work closely with the BOH Team to manage technical systems with responsibility for all aspects including but not limited to: in-service and testing of electrical equipment, equipment scheduling, lighting and sound systems, assist in stage and Flys and maintenance, and liaise with visiting companies, providing expertise on the venue's capabilities. Please note, your role may involve working with children or vulnerable people. Key responsibilities To work as part of the crew ensuring the smooth running of fit ups, get outs and shows, in line with health and safety legislation and the requirements of the visiting company, and in accordance with the BECTU Code of Conduct. To complete regular inspections of technical equipment within the venue in line with health and safety legislative requirements alongside the Head of Lighting and Sound. To work closely with the visiting companies to ensure their technical needs are met, and ensure all crew are working in a pro-active manner. To ensure that only qualified, trained and experienced personnel are allowed to operate technical equipment within the venue. Operate a skills matrix with the Head of Lighting & Sound and the Head of Stage to ensure that the right skills are in place and fully utilised Ensuring that all backstage areas and storage are kept to the highest possible standard, and to bring any difficulties and/or health and safety hazards to the attention of the Head of Lighting & Sound and the Head of Stage. Alongside the other members of the electrics team, to take responsibility for housekeeping and maintenance of the electrics workshop. To develop risk assessments with the Head of Lighting & Sound, ensuring that these are reviewed annually. To set up equipment for other events throughout the venue when required. To implement and comply with the company Health & Safety Policy, maintaining the safest possible environment for your colleagues, visiting companies and customers. To act as a Duty Technician during performances, carry out regular lamp rounds of all areas of the building as part of pre-show checks, and take on an investigative role in the event of fire alarm activations. To assist with end-of-day lockups where required. Where required, to assist in the smooth running of visiting productions by taking on show specific roles (e.g. stage plots/board operation) as and when appropriate. To attend regular team meetings with other members of the technical department, and wider back of house team, to liaise on venue operations, health and safety, and to discuss forthcoming show requirements. To be trained in First Aid at Work and keep it renewed. To undertake all mandatory training identified as relevant to the role. To assist the Head of Lighting and Sound and Head of Stage in managing casual staff. To work closely with the Senior Technician (Sound) in order to understand the full range of the venue electrics department, and be able to provide mutual cover where appropriate. To undertake any other duties as required by the Head of Lighting & Sound and Head of Stage. Your skills, qualities, and experience. If you are able to demonstrate many of the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply, and welcome transferable skills from other industries or backgrounds. We can give experience of any desirable criteria but may also use them to decide between candidates for this role. Essential Relevant degree and/or demonstrable professional experience in the entertainment industry. Fundamental knowledge of Lighting systems. Extensive knowledge of technical venue systems, including a high level of competency using a wide range of theatrical and performance equipment. Experience rigging a variety of lighting systems. Good understanding of a risk-assessed approach to managing health & safety in the production environment. An understanding of legislation and Health & Safety guidelines relevant to the role. Experience in working at height, and comfortable in the use of a range of ladders. A commitment to providing a high level of service and customer care to visiting companies. Experience of venue or system maintenance regimes, particularly Portable Appliance Testing. Computer literate. Experience with Microsoft Office packages. An organised, methodical approach to work, with the ability to help implement systems and procedures. Significant demonstrable experience working in a Technical Department in a large-scale theatre. Knowledge of manual handling techniques. Desirable Experience touring with the lighting departments of large-scale shows. Electrical systems training, e.g. BS7909. Experience of EOS family consoles. Experience of Microsoft 365/Teams/SharePoint. Experience using TrackingThis, or other asset management systems. Experience in high access and harness rescue procedures. Stage and Flying experience. Experience with venue/production sound systems. Experience with production AV systems. About Us - Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.

Head of Lighting & Sound When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Head of Lighting & Sound Sunderland Empire Theatre Reports to: Technical & Buildings Manager Reports: Deputy Chief LX, Senior Technician (s); Casual stage & LX crew Annualised hours contract 40 h click apply for full job details

Job Title: Senior Technical Project Manager (Lighting) Location: Watford Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am 5pm (occasional weekend work required) Role Overview: As a Technical Project Manager you ll be responsible for leading end-to-end technical project management of live event productions, from initial client briefing to on-site delivery. You will be responsible for specifying audio, video and lighting requirements for events with a primary focus on lighting aspects. Key Responsibilities: Full lifecycle project management of corporate events and private parties Leading site visits and client meetings to specify and plan audio visual and lighting technical requirements Supervising on-site teams, including freelance and permanent technicians Preparing and presenting quotations Management of project budgets Managing multiple projects simultaneously Ensuring successful delivery and post-event evaluation Collaborating with sales, technical, and creative teams Requirements: Essential: 5+ years experience within entertainment lighting Strong technical knowledge of audio, video, and lighting for events Ability to specify AV and lighting requirements Technical Project Management / Production Management experience within the events industry Full UK driving licence Desirable: Experience with AutoCAD or similar software Package & Benefits: £55K - £65K salary depending on experience 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) Enhanced pension Paid expenses Private healthcare, dental cover Pool table in office & long service rewards How to Apply Submit your application or contact Jake Voisey on the details provided. SER-IN

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer / Technician to join a well-established company! Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: £32,000 - £45,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience. Location: Bedford, MK45. About The Company: They are a Fire Safety & Security Specialists throughout Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire & surrounding areas, offering services from fire risk assessment, fire alarms & detection systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers and much more. The company is now looking to recruit an experience Fire Alarm Engineer / Technician to join they busy and growing team. About The Role: You will be carrying out scheduled maintenance, installation and small works ensuring all systems perform effectively and meet regulatory and company standards Fault finding and diagnostic across a range of leading manufacturers Provide a high level of customer service on site Progress into a senior role Job and Finish Candidate Requirements: Minimum of 2 years' experience working within a similar role and a range of systems Be able to provide references and to undertake an enhanced DBS check Full UK driving Licence and have the legal right to work in the UK Experience with Access Control & Security Systems is beneficial Company Benefits: Birthday off Progression opportunities into senior and management role Annual leave starting at 20 days rising to 24 plus Bank Holidays Limited Call Out Voucher rewards Company Vehicle with Fuel Card, Laptop, Phone, Uniform Signing on Bonus of £2000 - paid in 2 instalments over 12 months If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Assistant to join an independent accountancy firm, delivering comprehensive payroll solutions for a diverse range of clients. As a Payroll Assistant, you will manage a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing while supporting overall team objectives. This full-time role offers salary circa £24,000 - £28,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Processing assigned client payrolls accurately and on schedule. Inputting data and preparing detailed payroll reports. Highlighting anomalies or issues to clients and supporting resolution. Ensuring timely submissions and payments to HMRC, pensions, and other third parties. Maintaining payroll records in line with statutory requirements. Assisting with month-end, year-end, and ad-hoc payroll tasks. Supporting audit readiness and identifying discrepancies or risks. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Payroll Assistant, Payroll administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Executive, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Coordinator, Junior Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Junior, Accounting Technician or in a similar role. Experience in payroll administration. Knowledge of payroll concepts including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, holiday pay, SSP, SMP, and related legislation. Ideally have 1 year of payroll experience. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll software. What's on offer: Competitive salary Company pension scheme A supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for development. Apply now for this great Payroll Assistant opportunity to join a respected payroll services organisation and develop your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Accountant (Qualified) In Practice £33.4K - £45K Full-time (37.5 hrs) Didcot Our client is an award-winning values based accountancy practice, providing authentic client lead compliance solutions, business advisory services and above average client care in this Didcot based practice We re looking for a motivated Qualified Accountant to join their growing team. This role would ideally suit someone who has at least 2 years UK practice experience and looking to expand their knowledge in management accounting and business advisory aspects. The Job To work as part of the Practice team providing client support to the Senior Accountant and Senior Client Advisor, communicating with clients, preparing financial statements, tax and compliance returns, payroll reconciliations, management reporting, cashflow forecasts, highlighting opportunities for additional service to clients, looking for process efficiencies and support training Accounts Technicians Ideal Candidates will have: Minimum 2 years experience in a UK accounting firm - so practice experience is a MUST for this role Experience in a client facing role and enjoy working with people Excellent written and verbal communication skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Desire to learn and interest in their own CPD Planning and organisational skills High degree of accuracy, responsibility and attention to detail Full accounting qualifications (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA) Xero experience preferred This is a full-time role, working 9am-5pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility. Primarily office-based with optional hybrid working up to max 2 days per week ( Fridays are office based) This practice believes a happy thriving workplace culture is essential to every business, where the contribution of each employee is valued and respected. Our client places this at the heart of their core values and day to day operations. Benefits Include: 6 weeks paid holiday Pension Private medical Personal & professional development support Brunch & learns Quarterly wellbeing days Team away days Salary range £33.4K £49.4K depending on qualifications and experience. This really is an exceptional place to work . We can t wait to hear from you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc.

Finance Accountancy Officer Location: Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, LL297AZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Job Ref: OR12674 Job Responsibilities Provide comprehensive financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, ensuring effective delivery of Service Level Agreements with schools. Assist the Principal Accountant in various aspects of the school finance service as per the Service Level Agreement. Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets for Primary, Secondary, and Special schools within the Authority. Support the closure of accounts at the financial year-end and assist in producing final accounts. Help prepare financial projections for schools to optimize resource utilization. Regularly visit schools to provide advice on school budgets, interpret reports, and resolve administrative issues. Address queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, and other departments regarding payments and charges against school budgets. Maintain a Financial Reporting System for all Primary schools in the County, ensuring monthly reconciliation with the authority ledger and accuracy of information. Stay updated on relevant legislation and practices to ensure all transactions are recorded with an appropriate audit trail, complying with VAT regulations, Contract Standing Orders, Construction Industry Tax Regulations, and Financial Regulations. Provide support on creditor payments, ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations and other financial codes of practice. Work collaboratively as part of a team and undertake additional duties as designated by the line manager, commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. Corporate Responsibilities Establish and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally. Ensure compliance with the Authority s Policies and Procedures, highlighting any inadequacies to Senior Officers. Actively support the Authority s principles and practices of equality of opportunity as outlined in the Equalities Policy. Apply Health & Safety practices within daily operations, sharing responsibility for Health & Safety across the department and Authority. Provide necessary personal information to the Authority for personnel, administrative, and payroll purposes. Undertake any other reasonable tasks, commensurate with the grade, as determined by the Line Manager or Head of Service. Be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and report any concerns regarding children and vulnerable groups appropriately. Person Specification Essential: Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified). Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate in English. Good accountancy and numeracy skills. Ability to plan, program, and produce work with minimal supervision, working under pressure to meet deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerized financial systems and IT skills, including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Ability to present and communicate financial information to headteachers and governing bodies. Ability to design and create systems using spreadsheets and databases. Capability to interpret regulations/guidelines to provide relevant advice to headteachers and governing bodies regarding budgets. Effective communication with School Headteachers, Governing bodies, and all levels within the Department. Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding project or resource affordability and day-to-day service delivery. Desirable: Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures. Ability to communicate in Welsh. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

Job: Senior IT Technician Location: Bournemouth Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 Working hours Permanent, term time only plus 8 weeks as agreed, Mon - Fri 37.5 hours per week 8.00 am - 4.30 pm with 1 hour for lunch Purpose: As the Senior IT Technician you will form part of the team which provides an outstanding support provision in the usage of ICT equipment and services to enable outstanding teaching and learning as well as school administration. To promote the effective use of ICT across the school in coordination with the Headteacher , ICT & E-Learning Team and the Teaching Staff. Duties and Responsibilities of the Senior IT Technician Line manage the IT Technician, providing guidance, support, and inspiration; lead performance through regular supervision and annual appraisals, fostering professional development and engagement. Manage the asset management system for ICT resource, including maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment. Add and remove items when needed. Manage the School's management information system (iSams) including user permissions, training and support Manage access to the School's ICT network, creating user accounts and ensuring appropriate access rights in line with the School's policies Liase with the external support regarding management of school systems, hardware and software. Work with the external support to implement new projects to improve ICT provision in the school. Providing 1st and 2nd line IT support to users who have raised tickets through the IT helpdesk, via telephone or face to face - and ensuring personnel are kept regularly updated on the progress of their issue. Creating, maintaining and disabling various user accounts for multiple systems for staff and pupils. Replacing projector lamps, cleaning filters and supporting users with Promethean Activpanels. Creating various guides to assist users with setting up and/or using systems/equipment. To replace consumables and replace/upgrade hardware. Installation and maintenance of IT and Networking Hardware such as Projectors, Interactive Whiteboards, Promethean screens, Wi-Fi APs, Switches, Telephones, Desktops & Laptops and Peripherals etc. Liaising with the Events Co-ordinator weekly to know what events are taking place, and supporting those events (including supporting staff, pupils and external visitors in the use of IT and AV equipment). Please note: some events occasionally fall outside of normal working hours and will occur in the evenings or at the weekend. Working with unique equipment in our STEAM hub, incorporating interactive wall, interactive floor, projectors, PCs, hologram boxes, sound and lighting systems. Software deployment & regular updates/upgrades Working closely with the external escalation IT company to support projects and future development. Duties and Responsibilities - E-learning To possess a good understanding of iOS software and relevant apps To assist in the management of the Mobile Device Management System (JAMF Pro) To carry out initial setup of iPads and Apple IDs (for pupils joining within the School year) and reissuing leavers' iPads. To follow the process required for broken/lost/malfunctioning devices To check, install, update and remove apps as and when necessary Assist in supporting teachers, pupils and other staff in their use of iPads Assist in providing front line support for users through the ticketing system Keep auditing information and associated records up to date and accurate Essential qualities and skills to apply for the role of Senior IT Technician Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 & 11, Windows Server 2019 & 2022 and Apple MacOS Ventura Operating Systems. Experience of Microsoft Office, Office 365 and Google Docs, Sheets and Slides. Experience of hardware upgrades / removals. Understanding of Audio/Visual equipment (such as Projectors and Speakers). A calm, polite and professional etiquette alongside great communication skills. Be a quick learner and be able to apply knowledge in new situations. Be able to work with a wide variety of people, of different ages and technical ability. Be prepared to seek support when an unknown situation arises to ensure good service is provided to all users. Possess a polite and approachable manner, and to have good self-management and timekeeping skills, as well as a proactive attitude. Be prepared to respond to helpdesk tickets by visiting the customer and providing them face to face support. Experience with Google Workspace and Apps such as Gmail, Calendar, Drive etc. Experience with Microsoft 365 Experience with Microsoft Azure Experience with Microsoft Hyper-V The ability to change a projector/projector components Previous use of network equipment such as HP/Aruba Switches and Unifi WiFi Comptia A+ Certification Previous use of creating custom Windows images/cloning and deployment. Knowledge of the use of iPads as teaching and learning devices Previous experience of working in an educational environment would be an advantage. Understand the need to complete a task to ensure that all users are fully supported. Are you an experienced Senior IT Technician looking for your next role and a lovely working environment, then get in touch as immediate interviews are being offered. We receive a high number of applications on a daily basis so we can only respond to successful applications. 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Finance Accountancy Officer Location: Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, LL297AZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Job Ref: OR12674 Job Responsibilities Provide comprehensive financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, ensuring effective delivery of Service Level Agreements with schools. Assist the Principal Accountant in various aspects of the school finance service as per the Service Level Agreement. Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets for Primary, Secondary, and Special schools within the Authority. Support the closure of accounts at the financial year-end and assist in producing final accounts. Help prepare financial projections for schools to optimize resource utilization. Regularly visit schools to provide advice on school budgets, interpret reports, and resolve administrative issues. Address queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, and other departments regarding payments and charges against school budgets. Maintain a Financial Reporting System for all Primary schools in the County, ensuring monthly reconciliation with the authority ledger and accuracy of information. Stay updated on relevant legislation and practices to ensure all transactions are recorded with an appropriate audit trail, complying with VAT regulations, Contract Standing Orders, Construction Industry Tax Regulations, and Financial Regulations. Provide support on creditor payments, ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations and other financial codes of practice. Work collaboratively as part of a team and undertake additional duties as designated by the line manager, commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. Corporate Responsibilities Establish and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally. Ensure compliance with the Authority s Policies and Procedures, highlighting any inadequacies to Senior Officers. Actively support the Authority s principles and practices of equality of opportunity as outlined in the Equalities Policy. Apply Health & Safety practices within daily operations, sharing responsibility for Health & Safety across the department and Authority. Provide necessary personal information to the Authority for personnel, administrative, and payroll purposes. Undertake any other reasonable tasks, commensurate with the grade, as determined by the Line Manager or Head of Service. Be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and report any concerns regarding children and vulnerable groups appropriately. Person Specification Essential: Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified). Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate in English. Good accountancy and numeracy skills. Ability to plan, program, and produce work with minimal supervision, working under pressure to meet deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerized financial systems and IT skills, including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Ability to present and communicate financial information to headteachers and governing bodies. Ability to design and create systems using spreadsheets and databases. Capability to interpret regulations/guidelines to provide relevant advice to headteachers and governing bodies regarding budgets. Effective communication with School Headteachers, Governing bodies, and all levels within the Department. Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding project or resource affordability and day-to-day service delivery. Desirable: Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures. Ability to communicate in Welsh. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.