Technical Support Agent – Tier 1

Teneo Education

  • South Africa
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
We believe that every learner deserves access to quality education that unlocks their full potential. As SA's No. 1 online school, our mission is to help every learner achieve their personal best.Our team is pioneering the future of education by leveraging technology and human ingenuity to enable better results for every child.Our values – innovation, collaboration, and performance – guide how we work, how we grow, and how we make a difference every day.When you join Teneo, you become part of a purpose-led, future-focused team that's re-imagining education.Ready to help unlock the extraordinary in every child?Join us.Role OverviewThe ideal candidate will act as the first-line responder for all technical queries from students, parents, and staff—diagnosing, resolving, and escalating issues across key platforms (Canvas LMS, Okta, PowerSchool, Zoom, etc.) while consistently meeting strict SLAs.Key Responsibilities
  • Provide omni-channel support (HubSpot, e-mail, chat, WhatsApp) within defined response times.
  • Troubleshoot login, browser, connectivity, and LMS issues; escalate unresolved cases to Tier 2.
  • Deliver patient, empathetic guidance regardless of user technical proficiency.
  • Maintain detailed case notes in HubSpot and contribute to knowledge-base updates.
  • Assist adjacent teams during peak periods to ensure service continuity.
Core Competencies & Skills
  • Solid knowledge of Windows/macOS environments and web applications.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and communication abilities.
  • Highly organised, self-disciplined, and resilient.
Qualifications
  • Matric certificate; IT studies (A+/N+) advantageous.
  • Prior help-desk experience, preferably in an online-education context.
Why Join TeneoBe the friendly face of tech support, ensuring every learner stays connected to their education.Department: Customer Success – Technical Support | Reports to: Technical Support Lead |

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