IT Infrastructure Lead

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT); Epsom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted on-site gym & facilities

Free parking on-site

Blue Light Discount

Free online qualifications

Eye care voucher

5-minute walk from Ewell East Station

Job summary

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT) is seeking an IT Infrastructure Lead to join the IT team at NESCOT College. The role focuses on designing, maintaining and evolving the College's IT infrastructure, with responsibility for architecture, standards and major projects.

Candidate will manage cloud, server, storage and backup platforms, oversee disaster recovery and business continuity, and provide senior escalation. Experience in education environments is advantageous.

Qualifications

• IT networking qualifications and 5+ years in an IT role.
• Experience of project management across disciplines.
• Knowledge of the current cyber security landscape.
• Experience in education environments is an advantage.
• Proactive and flexible approach in a busy setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and excellent student/staff experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, maintenance and development of the College's infrastructure.
• Own infrastructure architecture, standards and documentation.
• Lead major infrastructure projects.
• Manage cloud, server, storage and backup platforms.
• Own the disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements.
• Provide third-line technical escalation.
• Manage infrastructure suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure infrastructure compliance with security standards.
• Mentor and develop technical staff.
• Liaise with multiple third party suppliers and contractors.

Skills

IT networking

Project management

Cyber security

Education sector experience

Proactive & flexible

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

At Nescot, we are recruiting for an IT Infrastructure Lead to join our IT team here at Nescot College.

Nescot is recognised as the 'Employer of the year' at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.

We Are Looking For Someone With

• IT networking qualifications and 5+ years previous experience in an IT-based role.
• Experience of project management across a variety of disciplines.
• Knowledge of the current cyber security landscape.
• Experience of working in an education environment would be an advantage.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and providing an excellent experience for students and staff.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the design, maintenance and development of the College's infrastructure.
• Own infrastructure architecture, standards and documentation.
• Lead major infrastructure projects.
• Manage cloud, server, storage and backup platforms.
• Own the disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements related to IT.
• Provide third-line technical escalation.
• Manage infrastructure suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure infrastructure compliance with security standards.
• Mentor and develop technical staff.
• Laise with multiple third party suppliers and contractors.

Benefits

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, Starbucks, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Blue Light Discount
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site
• Eye care voucher

Nescot is graded 'Good' by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students "enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed", and benefit from "highly supportive relationships" with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are "effective" with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place "an effective policy for safer recruitment."

At Nescot, we're proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.

Closing date: 8 November 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early and interview suitable candidates before the closing date. Interviews are expected to take place on 12 November 2026.