Head of IT

TN United Kingdom; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare company is seeking a visionary Head of IT to lead their expanding IT department. This role offers the opportunity to manage IT services, optimize budgets, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate with various teams to implement cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance patient care. If you are passionate about driving change and improving healthcare through technology, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a team committed to placing patients at the heart of everything they do!

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend scheme

Uniform provided

Kit bags for Homecare Nurses

Perks via Perkbox

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head of IT or similar senior role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in budget management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational delivery of IT services ensuring compliance and security.
• Oversee IT budget and collaborate with managers for effective service delivery.
• Implement IT infrastructure and provide team guidance and support.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Change Management

Business Relationship Management

Regulatory Compliance

IT Infrastructure Management

Technology Deployment

Education

Degree in IT or Computer Science

Cybersecurity Certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Networking Certifications (CCNA, CCNP)

ITIL Certification

Tools

Azure

DEV/OPS

CI/CD Processes

Job description

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HealthNet Homecare are specialists in delivering homecare services for patients, from medical deliveries to nursing support for patients in their own homes.
Working with over 180,000 patients across numerous different therapy areas, our dedicated team offers support to patients with rare and orphan diseases right through to more common conditions. Our aim is to make patients' lives easier by taking the stress out of managing their medication and ensuring they are confident they are in safe hands with HealthNet.

We're on the lookout for a visionary Head of IT to lead and shape the future of our dynamic and expanding IT department! If you're passionate about innovation, excited by the opportunity to make a real difference in healthcare, and ready to take ownership of cutting-edge tech solutions that improve lives—this could be the perfect next step for you.

Main Responsibilities

The purpose of the role is to manage the operational delivery of IT Services, ensuring they are fit for purpose, secure, and compliant with standards. The role involves managing all IT costs, seeking to optimize our spend to deliver effective IT solutions. The Head of IT will work with the CTO to develop the IT Budget and operational plan for the year, and collaborate with managers across the Group Businesses to ensure IT delivers the correct service levels and supports operational plans.

1. Manage the IT Service Desk, ensuring quality service to users.
2. Manage the IT Budget and review suppliers to ensure the use of effective technologies.
3. Manage the IT Manager and other IT team members.
4. Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+, NHS DSPT, NHS DCB1596.
5. Oversee the implementation of IT Infrastructure and Systems in collaboration with the Head of Development and Project Managers.
6. Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities for the team.
7. Collaborate with Managers across the Business to ensure IT operational delivery, including system uptime, and support business objectives.
8. Support the IT Project Manager to deliver continuous improvements in systems and processes.
9. Ensure an optimal Backup Strategy and Disaster Planning.
10. Represent IT in external audits.

Experience and Skills Required

• Previous experience at a Head of IT level.
• At least 3 years as Head of Infrastructure or similar senior IT management role.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in budget and cost management.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Business relationship management skills.
• Experience with technology deployment.
• Change management expertise.
• Ideally, experience managing an Azure environment, multi-site locations, and field-based staff.
• Healthcare or Logistics background is preferred.

Qualifications

• A degree in IT or Computer Science, or equivalent qualifications.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
• Networking certifications such as CCNA or CCNP.
• Experience with DEV/OPS and CI/CD processes.
• ITIL certification.
• Technical expertise with the ability to oversee IT projects from planning to delivery within budget and timelines.
• Ability to align IT initiatives with broader business goals and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Decisiveness and confidence in making informed decisions under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary structure.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 remote GP access.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Uniform provided.
• Kit bags for all Homecare Nurses.
• Perks and benefits via Perkbox.
• Long service awards.

If you're interested in this role and want to be part of a company that truly places patients at the heart of everything we do, please apply through our careers page and join us in making a difference.

Please note: Due to high application volume, we are unable to contact each applicant individually. If selected for an interview, we will be in touch.