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Interim IT Manager/ Senior IT Technician

Preston
4 weeks ago
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Your new company
A school in Preston has approached Hays looking for an interim IT Manager. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic school environment where your contributions will directly impact the staff and students' success and well-being. It is a well-connected and welcoming community with excellent transport links, local amenities and a strong sense of pride. It's a great place to work in a friendly atmosphere.
Your new role
As an Interim IT Manager, you will be leading projects and upgrades at the school. You will be responsible for leading, developing and maintaining the technical support for the curriculum and infrastructure. You will report to the director of business and finance and also work alongside an IT Technician. Some of the responsibilities will be:

Manage and monitor the network, systems and procedures
Scheduling and processing all IT maintenance and audit tasks
Maintain the IT Asset and configuration management database
Lead on IT projects and manage IT updates
Manage the reprographic resources
Deploy Cybersecurity polices
Ensure the data stored on the system is current and out of date to be archived
What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed, you will need :

Experience in ICT networks and technical support (education experience desirable)
Strong experience of Microsoft such as active directory and 365
Have the ability to work in a team but with the initiative to work on your own
Be able to communicate effectively face to face and over the phoneWhat you'll get in return
In return, you will be paid a competitive daily rate depending on experience, on a weekly basis. You will have a dedicated consultant at Hays that will assist with compliance, paperwork and payments. You will become part of a great team at the school and have guidance from the senior leadership team.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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