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PPC Specialist
Location: Leeds
About School Jotter:
School Jotter powers over thousands of school websites across the UK, helping schools communicate better with parents, meet Ofsted requirements, and present their values with impact. As we expand our marketing team, we’re looking for a data-driven PPC Specialist to accelerate inbound leads and fuel our growth.
You will take full ownership of our paid media strategy across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and social platforms. With a sharp focus on ROI, you’ll manage campaigns end-to-end: from keyword research and ad creation to landing page optimization and performance reporting.
Role Overview:
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Plan, launch, and optimise PPC campaigns for lead generation
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Own and manage Google Ads & Meta Ads accounts
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Run A/B tests on ad copy and landing pages
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Monitor KPIs and deliver regular performance insights
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Collaborate with sales and content teams to align messaging
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Stay up to date with PPC trends, algorithms, and tools
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10+ years of hands-on development experience in Totara LMS
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Deep understanding of PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
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Proven experience with Totara customisations, plugin development, and theme creation
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Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum teams with version control (Git)
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A problem-solver who can confidently contribute ideas, architect solutions, and lead technically
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Strong communication and documentation skills
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Experience integrating 3rd-party APIs and systems
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Able to mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
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Flexible working (remote-first with optional office days)
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Career progression opportunities in a high-impact role
What We’re Looking For:
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2+ years of PPC experience (ideally in B2B or EdTech)
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Strong knowledge of Google Ads, Google Analytics, and Meta Ads
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Experience with lead generation and conversion tracking
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Analytical mindset with Excel/Sheets and reporting tools skills
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Bonus: Experience with HubSpot, Looker Studio, or SEO tools
What You’ll Get:
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Opportunity to shape paid strategy at a fast-growing EdTech brand
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Flexible working (remote or hybrid from Leeds HQ)
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Career growth in a supportive team environment
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Bonus scheme linked to performance
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A chance to make a real impact in the education sector
This role is ideally offered as a permanent position, providing long-term stability and the opportunity to grow with our team. However, we’re also open to discussions with experienced freelance contractors who bring the right expertise in Totara development. Whether you’re looking for a full-time role or a flexible contract arrangement, we’re keen to hear from talented developers who can make an immediate impact.
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Totara Developer
Location: Leeds
About School Jotter:
We’re looking for an experienced Totara Developer to join our dynamic and growing team at Webanywhere, a leading provider of innovative e-learning solutions. With over a decade of experience under your belt, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing, customising, and maintaining Totara-based learning platforms for some of the world’s most recognisable brands and institutions.
Role Overview:
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10+ years of hands-on development experience in Totara LMS
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Deep understanding of PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
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Proven experience with Totara customisations, plugin development, and theme creation
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Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum teams with version control (Git)
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A problem-solver who can confidently contribute ideas, architect solutions, and lead technically
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Strong communication and documentation skills
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Experience integrating 3rd-party APIs and systems
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Able to mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
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Flexible working (remote-first with optional office days)
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Career progression opportunities in a high-impact role
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Access to internal learning tools and Totara Partners network
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Work with a mission-driven team focused on learning, accessibility, and innovation
This role is ideally offered as a permanent position, providing long-term stability and the opportunity to grow with our team. However, we’re also open to discussions with experienced freelance contractors who bring the right expertise in Totara development. Whether you’re looking for a full-time role or a flexible contract arrangement, we’re keen to hear from talented developers who can make an immediate impact.
Job Advert
Front-end Developer
Location: Leeds
About School Jotter:
Join the creative force behind School Jotter, the UK’s leading school website platform. We’re looking for a Front-End Theme Developer with strong HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills to help us build beautiful, accessible, and responsive websites for primary and secondary schools across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and develop custom website themes for schools using the School Jotter CMS
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Translate design mockups into clean, responsive front-end code
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Ensure themes meet accessibility and Ofsted compliance standards
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Collaborate with designers, project managers, and QA to deliver high-quality work
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Support and maintain existing themes, resolving layout and styling issues
What We Offer:
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The opportunity to work on websites that make a difference in education
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A flexible working environment (remote or hybrid options)
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A collaborative and supportive team culture
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Real variety – no two school websites are ever the same
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
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Flexible working (remote-first with optional office days)
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Career progression opportunities in a high-impact role
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Access to internal learning tools and Totara Partners network
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Work with a mission-driven team focused on learning, accessibility, and innovation
Essential Skills:
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Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
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Solid understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
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Experience working with content management systems (CMS)
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Attention to detail and a passion for clean, maintainable code
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Good communication and time management skills
Desirable (But Not Essential):
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Experience with School Jotter CMS or other education-focused platforms
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Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG)
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Graphic design or UI/UX experience
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Knowledge of Git or other version control systems
Job Advert
Podcaster
Location: Oxford
About School Jotter:
School Jotter leads the way in educational technology, offering innovative web and mobile solutions that empower schools, engage students, and connect communities. Our mission is to enhance the educational experience through intuitive, robust, and impactful products designed to meet the unique needs of schools and educational organisations.
Role Overview:
We’re starting something special—a Podcast Club for students using Sound Branch, and we need a passionate, creative adult (teacher, teaching assistant, or even a parent volunteer) to lead the charge.
This isn’t about editing software or soundproof booths. It’s about giving students a platform to speak, listen, and grow. You’ll guide them through finding their voices, telling their stories, and publishing their very own podcast episodes. It’s Oracy meets creativity—and it’s powerful.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of an innovative company shaping the future of education technology.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Make a real impact in the education sector by helping schools and MATs connect and thrive.
If you’re an SEO expert passionate about making a difference in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join the School Jotter team in Leeds!
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
What We’re Looking For:
•Great with children; strong classroom presence
•Passionate about student voice and oracy
•Confident using basic tech (or willing to learn Sound Branch)
•Organised, creative, and patient
•Able to foster a safe and inclusive space for expression
Key Responsibilities:
• Set up and manage the school’s Sound Branch site (with IT support if needed).
•Ensure devices (iPads/Chromebooks) are ready and functional each session.
•Organise and facilitate weekly podcasting activities aligned to prepared lesson themes.
•Support students in recording, listening back, and posting voice notes on Sound Branch.
•Promote active listening, respectful conversation, and structured storytelling.
•Coordinate permission slips and ensure GDPR/safeguarding compliance.
•Assist students with selecting podcast highlights for publishing and sharing online.
•Organise a Podcast Listening Party to showcase the students’ work to the wider school community.
Training and Support:
•You’ll receive a starter guide for Sound Branch and full lesson plans.
•Ongoing support from the school’s digital learning or IT lead.
If you’re excited by the idea of student-led storytelling and believe in the power of voice, this role is for you.
If you meet these criteria and are ready to take on an exciting role, apply today.
Job Advert
SEO Specialist
Location: Leeds
About School Jotter:
School Jotter leads the way in educational technology, offering innovative web and mobile solutions that empower schools, engage students, and connect communities. Our mission is to enhance the educational experience through intuitive, robust, and impactful products designed to meet the unique needs of schools and educational organisations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a talented SEO Specialist to drive our online visibility, ensuring that School Jotter remains the top choice for educational institutions seeking digital solutions. This role is critical in enhancing our search engine rankings, driving organic traffic, and optimising our digital presence to better serve schools and Multi Academy Trusts (MATs) across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
• SEO Strategy Development: Create and implement a comprehensive SEO strategy to improve website rankings and drive targeted organic traffic.
• Keyword Research & Analysis: Identify and prioritise high-value keywords relevant to the education sector, ensuring alignment with School Jotter’s offerings.
• On-Page Optimisation: Optimise website content, meta tags, and site structure to enhance search engine performance while maintaining a user-friendly experience.
• Content Collaboration: Work with the content team to produce SEO-optimised blogs, landing pages, and other digital assets that resonate with educators and MAT decision-makers.
• Technical SEO: Conduct regular audits to identify and resolve technical issues such as broken links, crawl errors, and site speed optimisation.
• Analytics & Reporting: Monitor and analyse website performance using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console, providing regular reports and actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Competitor Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends by monitoring competitors’ SEO strategies and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Local SEO: Develop targeted strategies to boost visibility for schools and MATs searching for solutions within their regions.
• Collaboration: Partner with product and marketing teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all digital channels.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of an innovative company shaping the future of education technology.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Make a real impact in the education sector by helping schools and MATs connect and thrive.
If you’re an SEO expert passionate about making a difference in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join the School Jotter team in Leeds!
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
What We’re Looking For:
• Strategic and Proactive: Ability to plan and act strategically, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing SEO opportunities.
• Engaging and Adaptable: Strong communication skills, capable of working effectively with various stakeholders. Flexibility to adjust strategies based on performance data and industry trends.
• Attention to Detail: Commitment to delivering high-quality work, ensuring SEO strategies meet professional standards and align with best practices.
• Collaborative: A team player who can work across departments to align SEO efforts with broader marketing and business goals.
• Relevant Experience: Experience in SEO within the education sector or working with schools and Multi Academy Trusts is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
• Make an Impact: Help schools and educational organisations improve their digital presence and accessibility.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to grow your skills and career in a supportive environment.
• Innovative Culture: Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and transparency.
• Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, with flexible working options.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Proven experience as an SEO Specialist or similar role, with a track record of driving measurable results.
• Strong knowledge of SEO tools and platforms, including SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, and Google Analytics.
• Excellent understanding of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and the latest SEO best practices.
• Experience in content creation and optimisation for specific audiences, ideally within the education sector.
• Technical SEO expertise, including familiarity with HTML, CSS, and website architecture.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
If you meet these criteria and are ready to take on an exciting role, apply today.
Job Advert
Salary: £25,000 plus benefits and bonus
Telesales Executive
Calling All Work-From-Home Parents!
School Jotter, a leading provider of school websites and mobile apps in the UK (established 2003!), is seeking a part-time Remote Appointment Setter to join our team.
Here’s why this role is perfect for YOU:
- Flexible Hours: Work 9am-3pm, Monday-Friday, and fit in with the school run schedule! ⏰
- Remote Work: No commute – manage your work from the comfort of your home.
- Uncapped Performance Bonus: Earn big based on your achievements!
This is a fantastic opportunity for a parent who wants to:
- Contribute to a dynamic EdTech company
- Enjoy flexible hours around family life
- Earn a competitive salary with an uncapped bonus potential
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
Responsibilities:
- Make 40 outbound calls daily to connect with potential schools and MATs.
- Schedule 2 product demos daily to showcase School Jotter’s fantastic features.
About You:
- You’re a natural-born communicator with an upbeat and positive attitude.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable with cold calling.
- You’re results-oriented and motivated by exceeding expectations.
School Jotter’s Values:
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- Mutual Respect
- High Standards
- Honesty
Job Advert
Systems Administrator and DevOps Engineer
Location: West Yorkshire
About Us: School Jotter is a leading provider of innovative educational software solutions, dedicated to enhancing the learning experience for students and educators. Our mission is to create user-friendly, efficient, and secure systems that facilitate seamless educational processes. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the future of education technology.
Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated SysAdmin and DevOps Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in system administration and DevOps practices, with a strong focus on AWS and cloud technologies. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing our infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of our systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure on AWS, ensuring optimal performance and cost-efficiency.
- Automate deployment, monitoring, and management of applications using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Jenkins.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment processes.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure the reliability and availability of our services.
- Collaborate with development teams to support and enhance application architecture and deployment processes.
- Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Perform regular system updates, backups, and disaster recovery planning.
- Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure and operational procedures.
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a System Administrator and DevOps Engineer.
- Strong knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation, etc.).
- Proficiency in automation and configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef).
- Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, etc.).
- Solid understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
- Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Contribution to impactful projects that make a difference in education.
Job Advert
Salary: £25,000 plus benefits and bonus
Calling All Work-From-Home Parents!
School Jotter, a leading provider of school websites and mobile apps in the UK (established 2003!), is seeking a part-time Remote Appointment Setter to join our team.
Here’s why this role is perfect for YOU:
- Flexible Hours: Work 9am-3pm, Monday-Friday, and fit in with the school run schedule! ⏰
- Remote Work: No commute – manage your work from the comfort of your home.
- Uncapped Performance Bonus: Earn big based on your achievements!
This is a fantastic opportunity for a parent who wants to:
- Contribute to a dynamic EdTech company
- Enjoy flexible hours around family life
- Earn a competitive salary with an uncapped bonus potential
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
Responsibilities:
- Make 40 outbound calls daily to connect with potential schools and MATs.
- Schedule 2 product demos daily to showcase School Jotter’s fantastic features.
About You:
- You’re a natural-born communicator with an upbeat and positive attitude.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable with cold calling.
- You’re results-oriented and motivated by exceeding expectations.
School Jotter’s Values:
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- Mutual Respect
- High Standards
- Honesty
Job Advert
Vacancy Announcement: Experienced IT Support Technician Wanted at School Jotter – Pioneering Education Technology for Over 20 Years
Since its inception in 2003, School Jotter has been instrumental in revolutionising the educational landscape within the UK, providing innovative, user-friendly technology solutions to over 3,000 schools. Our commitment to enhancing the way schools communicate and engage with their communities has solidified our reputation as the premier choice in the educational sector. With a legacy of understanding and adapting to the evolving needs of UK schools, School Jotter takes pride in delivering platforms that not only streamline educational activities but also empower schools to showcase their achievements and strengthen connections with parents and students.
Why Choose School Jotter:
- Proven Expertise: With more than two decades of dedicated service to the education sector, we possess an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of UK schools and families.
- Ease of Use: Our core philosophy revolves around making technology accessible. We design our solutions to be intuitive, ensuring that educators of all IT skill levels can effectively leverage our platforms.
- Empowerment through Innovation: Our comprehensive suite of tools is meticulously designed to simplify educators’ tasks, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional educational experiences.
- Leading-Edge Solutions: Our award-winning mobile apps, celebrated by over half a million users, are testament to our commitment to fostering seamless school-parent communication.
In our continuous effort to lead and innovate in the educational technology field, we are now seeking a skilled IT Support Technician to join our dedicated team. This role is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about technology and education, offering the chance to be part of a pioneering company known for its innovative solutions and commitment to improving educational outcomes.
Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by emailing your CV to careers@schooljotter.com
About the Role
Flexible Working and Rewards:
- Flexible Hours: Enjoy the flexibility of a role that fits around your personal commitments, with options for part-time arrangements.
- Competitive Salary: Your expertise and dedication will be rewarded with a competitive salary, reflective of the pivotal role you play in our mission.
The Ideal Candidate:
- A technology enthusiast with a strong background in IT support, passionate about resolving issues and enhancing user experiences.
- Skilled in troubleshooting, with an in-depth knowledge of software systems and a keen eye for detail.
- An effective communicator, capable of conveying technical information in an understandable manner to non-technical users.
- Eager to contribute to a team that is at the forefront of educational technology, within a company that values innovation and the transformative power of education.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
- Technical Expertise: Provide first-class technical support and troubleshooting for our range of educational software and platforms, ensuring smooth and efficient operation for all users.
- Customer Support: Offer direct support to educators, administrative staff, and parents, resolving queries and issues with professionalism and patience.
- System Maintenance: Conduct regular checks and maintenance on School Jotter systems to guarantee optimal performance and user satisfaction.
- Training and Guidance: Assist in developing and delivering training materials and sessions to users, empowering them to make the most of our technology.
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