ICT Network Leader

Axcis Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced ICT Network Leader for a forward-thinking school in East London. The full-time, permanent role starts in September 2025 and includes managing the IT infrastructure, leading a team, and ensuring optimal ICT service delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT leadership, excellent communication skills, and relevant qualifications. Competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Ongoing work opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in ICT leadership or network management role required.
• Strong knowledge of network infrastructure and IT security is essential.
• Experience working in an educational setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the school’s ICT network, servers, and systems.
• Provide technical support to staff and students.
• Lead on IT strategy, budgeting, and procurement.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Relevant qualifications in IT/networking (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA)

Job description

ICT Network Leader – Full-Time Location: East London Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Agency: Axcis Education Axcis Education is working in partnership with a forward-thinking school in East London to recruit an experienced and proactive ICT Network Leader. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025, offering a competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 per year. About the Role: As ICT Network Leader, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the school’s entire IT infrastructure. This includes overseeing the network systems, hardware, software, and ensuring the smooth operation of ICT services across the school. You will lead a small team and provide technical support and strategic planning to meet the school’s evolving ICT needs. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the school’s ICT network, servers, and systems Provide technical support to staff and students Oversee software updates, backups, and data security Lead on IT strategy, budgeting, and procurement in collaboration with senior leadership Ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection policies Supervise and support ICT support staff Requirements: Proven experience in a similar ICT leadership or network management role Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, server management, and IT security Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Experience working in an educational setting is desirable Relevant qualifications in IT/networking (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA) Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Why Work with Axcis Education? Competitive pay rates A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the placement Access to a wide range of CPD and training opportunities Long-standing relationships with schools across East London Opportunities for ongoing work in a variety of education settings If you are an experienced ICT professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patrick Kay on 020 7580 2956.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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