Occupation 3131 · Associate professional occupations
IT technicians are responsible for the day-to-day running of IT systems and networks including the preparation of back-up systems, and for performing regular checks to ensure the smooth functioning of such systems.
Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades and A levels/H grades together with an appropriate vocational qualification. Some employers may demand a relevant degree. Training is provided off and on-the-job supplemented by specialised courses. Postgraduate and professional qualifications and apprenticeships in some areas are available.
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| Measure | Hours | Basis | Period | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 71,300.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 76,500.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 84,400.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 1,600.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 7,900.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 86,000.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
| 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | None | 2026-03 | 5,200.00 | ONS, Annual Population Survey - employment by occupation (SOC 2020) |
ONS does not publish occupational pay below region. Cells the survey could not support are shown as withheld, with its reason — adding a region split to a specific occupation leaves roughly a tenth of cells publishable.
| Region | Measure | Hours | Value | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 3,200.00 | 2026-03 |
| East Midlands | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 7,800.00 | 2026-03 |
| London | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 16,700.00 | 2026-03 |
| North East | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 2,100.00 | 2026-03 |
| North West | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 8,900.00 | 2026-03 |
| Northern Ireland | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 1,600.00 | 2026-03 |
| Scotland | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 7,900.00 | 2026-03 |
| South East | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 16,100.00 | 2026-03 |
| South West | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 2,300.00 | 2026-03 |
| Wales | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 5,200.00 | 2026-03 |
| West Midlands | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 8,200.00 | 2026-03 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | 3131 : IT operations technicians | None | 6,000.00 | 2026-03 |
ONS publishes regional pay for this occupation where the survey sample supports it — 12 of 12 cells on this page. The rest are withheld by ONS, and are shown as withheld with the reason, rather than left out.
The Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, published by the Office for National Statistics. Figures are shown exactly as ONS publishes them — we do not adjust, model or fill them in, and every number on this page carries the series and period it came from.
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