IT Systems Administrator

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator with a strong focus on networking to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for overseeing and enhancing our network infrastructure, including both wired and wireless networking systems, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across the organisation. The successful candidate will bring expertise in managing and supporting Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Servers, and onsite virtual and physical server environments, while also providing backup and support to our existing team members.

A strong commitment to IT security and adherence to best practices is essential, as this role will play a key part in maintaining the integrity and security of our network and server infrastructure. The Systems Administrator will be expected to implement and enforce security measures across systems, ensuring compliance with organisational standards and contributing to continuous improvement efforts in security protocols.

Additional skills in Linux and scripting with PowerShell or Power Automate are a plus, enabling the successful candidate to support automation, streamline processes, and enhance team efficiency. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, security-minded professional to play an integral role in the stability, performance, and security of our IT systems.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including up to 40 days' leave per annum, in addition to Bank Holiday, a defined pension scheme, season ticket loans and access to professional development opportunities.

You will also be able to take part and be involved in a creative and unique teaching environment, where the students display their amazing work with various on-site exhibitions, public programmes and lectures.

Our Bedford Square campus is based just a 5-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road station, right in the heart of Central London.

How to Apply:

Please email the below documents via the button below by the closing date of 5th December 2024 stating the job title in the subject heading.

• AA Application Form
• Cover Letter / Email highlighting why you feel you are the right person for the role. This should be no more than two-pages
• Full CV

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews will be held the week commencing on 9th December 2024. Informal enquires should be addressed by an email or .

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Please note that it will not be possible for the AA School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for successful candidates. Therefore, the appointed candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of their employment with the AA School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Thank you for your interest in the AA and this role.