Head of IT

Accrington
3 weeks ago
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Job Title: Head of IT
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, on site

Our client a Catholic Education Trust based in Lancashire, are looking to onboard a Head of IT, who is committed to providing outstanding learning environments across their schools in Lancashire, Blackburn with Darwen and Calderdale. Please note a driving licence is an essential requirement of the role.

They are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of IT to lead our IT strategy and operations across the Trust. This pivotal role will oversee the development, implementation, and management of their IT infrastructure and services, ensuring they support their educational objectives effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the Trust's IT strategy, aligning with the organisation's educational goals.
Lead and manage the IT team (service desk, infrastructure, software development) fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Oversee the delivery of IT services, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
Manage IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective solutions.
Ensure compliance with relevant data protection and cybersecurity regulations.
Provide strategic leadership on digital transformation projects to enhance teaching and learning.
Collaborate with senior leadership to support the Trust's strategic objectives.
Drive staff training and development to maximise the use of IT resources.Person Specification:

Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role, ideally within the education sector.
Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strategic thinking with the ability to implement innovative IT solutions.
Strong project management and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
A degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
Driving licence, own vehicleDesirable:

Experience with education-specific IT systems and platforms.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g. ITIL, Prince2, Microsoft Certified).What We Offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education through faith and technology.How to Apply:
If you are a dynamic IT leader with a passion for education and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

Please note - The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Key words: Head of IT, IT Manager, Senior Systems Manager, Infrastructure Manager, Senior IT Engineer, Senior Infrastructure, Team Lead, Service Desk Manager, IT Director, Director of IT

In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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