Head of IT at Birmingham Diocesan Multi-Academy Trust

Birmingham Diocesan Multi-Academy Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and forward-thinking educational trust is seeking a Head of IT to lead their IT operations. This pivotal role involves developing and executing the IT strategy, managing a dedicated team, and ensuring seamless communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT leadership within the educational sector, particularly with secondary schools. Join a dynamic team committed to providing exceptional support to students and staff, and play a crucial role in enhancing the technological landscape of the trust.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in IT Leadership, preferably in education.
• Strong knowledge of Office 365 and PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all IT operations and develop the IT Strategy.
• Lead and manage the IT team for high performance.

Skills

IT Leadership

Office 365

PowerShell

MIS systems

Backup systems

Disaster recovery planning

Communication with stakeholders

Job description

Head of IT at Birmingham Diocesan Multi-Academy Trust

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About This Role

Birmingham Diocesan Multi-Academy Trust is looking to appoint a new Head of IT to our innovative and forward-thinking team. Our trust is committed to delivering exceptional education and support to all our students to achieve their full potential.

While our trust is predominantly primary phase, we also have one large secondary school, and we are particularly seeking someone with secondary school experience.

An ideal candidate would have:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar IT Leadership role
• Strong knowledge of Office 365, PowerShell, MIS systems
• Experience in backup systems and disaster recovery planning
• Experience in the educational sector
• Confidence in communicating with stakeholders

This role is pivotal, and you will be required to oversee all IT operations, including:

• Developing and delivering our IT Strategy
• Leading and managing the IT team, ensuring high performance, professional development, and effective support
• Working closely with MAT and school leaders as well as third-party providers to ensure continuity, security, and compliance
• Overseeing IT infrastructure, network security, cloud services, and end-user support across all school sites

Please see the full job description for detailed role responsibilities.