ICT Solutions Architect

Alder Community High School; England; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing services

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Alder Community High School is seeking an ICT Solutions Architect to lead the school's technology infrastructure and digital strategy. You will ensure reliable, secure systems that support teaching and learning, working with staff, students and external providers.

You will drive digital transformation, maintain robust cybersecurity and filtering/monitoring systems, and promote a future-focused learning environment aligned with the school’s values.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading IT infrastructure and security strategies.
• Ability to partner with staff, students and external providers.
• Strong communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's technology infrastructure and digital strategy.
• Oversee IT systems, networks and digital resources for staff and pupils.
• Maintain robust cybersecurity measures, filtering and monitoring systems.

Skills

IT Infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Digital strategy

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Are you an experienced IT professional looking for a new challenge in education? Are you currently working in a technical role and seeking to make a real difference to young people's learning? Are you passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational outcomes? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then thisrole could be for you!

We are seeking a skilled and innovative ICT Solutions Architect to join our committed team at Alder Community High School. This is a key role in leading our technology infrastructure and digital strategy, ensuring our staff and students have reliable, secure, and cutting-edge systems that support outstanding teaching and learning.

Working alongside our current ICT Solutions Architect, you will oversee the school's IT systems, networks, and digital resources. You will work closely with staff, students, and external providers to deliver high-quality technical support and strategic leadership. You will be responsible for maintaining robust cybersecurity measures, ensuring effective filtering and monitoring systems, and driving forward our digital transformation to create an innovative, future-focused learning environment.

Alder is a rewarding place to be. We have built a culture where staff feel valued and supported. We recognise the benefits of staff working in a productive, healthy and flourishing workplace, and we work hard to ensure the wellbeing of everyone. Our core values of Altruism, Leadership, Excellence, Diversity and Resilience are at the heart of everything we do - We Are ALDER!

We are a community, and we want all students to thrive in a happy, safe, supportive, yet challenging learning environment. Our vision is to be outstanding in all we do. This includes students pursuing academic success and developing a set of skills which will prepare them for life beyond school. We have an ambitious academic curriculum for all students with hard work expected as standard.

Being part of the Alder team, you will receive:

• The opportunity to work with honest, aspirational students brimming with potential.
• High levels of support and challenge to maximise performance.
• An extensive package of CPD.
• A stimulating and friendly working environment.
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing services through the School Wellbeing Service app.
• Staff access to fitness suite before and after school.
• Streamlined communications to reduce the use of email.
• Breakfast provided on INSET days.
• Supportive Managing Attendance policy and approach to planned absences.
• Local government pension scheme.

If you share our values, have the vision and drive for excellence and want to be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team, committed to ensuring that students fulfil their potential, then we look forward to hearing from you.

The successful candidate will need to have excellent communication skills, along with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and young people. Your enthusiasm and proactive, ‘can do’ attitude will be amongst your strengths. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

This is a permanent appointment which is subject to a 6-month probationary period. The normal hours of work are 36 hours per week, all year. Holidays cannot be taken during term time.

Safeguarding is central to everything we do

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced status checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an inclusive school and promote equal opportunities.