Systems Engineer

Post: Infrastructure & Change Engineer Location: Wiltshire/Gloucestershire based. Role will be based within a school, with travel to other schools within the area required. Salary Range: £30,024 - £32,597. NJC Grade E (Plymouth NJC) Contract Type: Permanent, full time Contract Hours: 37.5HOURS per week, Monday to Friday About the role Working as part of the Trust wide Infrastructure & Change Engineer, the Infrastructure &Change Engineer works across all schools providing Infrastructure & Change management across our wide range of school settings, as well as remote change across the Trust as a whole. Key responsibilities include: Supporting infrastructure centralisation and integration across Trust sites Supporting servers, storage, networks, and virtual environments Supporting cybersecurity, backup, and disaster recovery strategies Administering user accounts, permissions, and access control Ensuring compliance with GDPR and safeguarding standards We’re looking for someone with: At least 3 years’ advanced experience in IT architecture and security Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and MIS platforms Strong knowledge of Unifi & Meraki Networks Experience with virtualisation (Hyper-V), networking (VLANs, WAN), and endpoint protection Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills A proactive, service-focused mindset with the ability to lead and innovate About the successful candidate The successful candidate will be experienced in IT within the Education, corporate or non-profit sector, with a focus on customer service and satisfaction through problem resolution. They will also: Have good written and verbal communication skills. Be flexible and willing to learn. Have a UK driving licence. About the Trust We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond. We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting. These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence. Next Steps If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at recruitment@reachsouth.org. Closing date: for applications is 6th September 2026 Interview Date: Will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on 16th September 2026. To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised. Opportunities and Benefits We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.