IT AND DIGITAL SERVICES MANAGER

Northern School of Contemporary Dance; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern School of Contemporary Dance is seeking an IT and Digital Services Manager to lead the School’s technology strategy, operations, and security. You will ensure a secure, reliable and innovative IT platform that underpins teaching, learning, student experience and business operations.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will drive governance, cybersecurity, data governance and digital transformation, while guiding a small IT team and collaborating with stakeholders across

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Governance
• IT Operations and Service Delivery
• Infrastructure, Cloud and Microsoft 365 Services
• Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
• Enterprise Systems and Applications
• Data Governance and Management Information
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• Procurement, Supplier and Contract Management
• Leadership and People Management
• Higher Education Specific Responsibilities

Job description

Welcome to our dance faculty, a space where creativity thrives and is celebrated, and the art of dance is passionately embraced.

NSCD is a distinguished institution at the forefront of dance education in the UK. Embodying a vibrant and creative culture, our institution stands out as a beacon of artistic exploration. We foster an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to explore the realms of art and the broader world.

Sharon Watson MBE DL
CEO and Principal

Job details

Hours of work: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 16 November 2026

Interviews: Monday 30 November 2026

What we are looking for

The IT and Digital Services Manager is responsible for strategic leadership, operational management and continuous improvement of the School's technology services, digital infrastructure, enterprise systems, information security, data governance and digital transformation activities.

The postholder will lead the delivery of the School's IT and Digital Strategy, ensuring technology services provide a secure, reliable and innovative platform that supports teaching, learning, student experience and business operations.

The role acts as the School's lead authority for cybersecurity, information governance, GDPR, business systems and technology infrastructure, ensuring the School remains compliant with Cyber Essentials, GDPR, Data Protection legislation and Higher Education sector best practice.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and key stakeholders, the postholder will identify opportunities to improve organisational effectiveness through technology investment, process automation, digital innovation and continuous service improvement.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Strategic Leadership and Governance
• IT Operations and Service Delivery
• Infrastructure, Cloud and Microsoft 365 Services
• Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
• Enterprise Systems and Applications
• Data Governance and Management Information
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• Procurement, Supplier and Contract Management
• Leadership and People Management
• Higher Education Specific Responsibilities

Our Core Values

NSCD strives to provide an environment that is open, honest and transparent.

• We strive to ensure that teamwork and mutual respect are valued within our diverse environment.
• We aim to support staff to work professionally and effectively to enjoy job satisfaction.
• We value all staff and their contribution to the School’s vision:

We expect staff to maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct at all times.

All staff members should ensure that their conduct is consistent with the school's ethos and policies to protect the well‑being of both employees and students. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.

Please note that Northern School of Contemporary Dance is unable to contribute towards travel or accommodation costs incurred by candidates attending interviews, teaching observations or other stages of the recruitment process.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and vulnerable adults and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. The School is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

About Northern School of Contemporary Dance

Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) is one of the leading dance training institutions in the UK. As a Higher Education Institution, we offer full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses for around 250 students. NSCD is an ambitious, small specialist institution, internationally recognised as a centre of excellence for dance education and with a growing reputation as a centre for dance development.

Based in Chapeltown, Leeds, just outside the city centre, our unique and characterful campus comprises 8 dance studios, offices and teaching areas, a fitness centre plus a bar and café. Central to our building is the Riley Theatre, a 250-capacity professional dance theatre managed by NSCD which hosts national and international touring dance companies as well as student performances throughout the year for the wider community to enjoy.

Our standard opening hours are 9.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekends during term time. Out of term time, opening hours are slightly reduced.

As well as our Higher Education programmes, we deliver and host a wide range of community dance classes and run a Centre for Advanced Training for talented young people. Out of term, we also hold Easter and Summer School courses. The School is an incredibly busy, vibrant and dynamic learning environment where in a busy week over one thousand visitors could use our facilities in one way or another.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance
98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4BH