IT Lead (Network) - Perm £40K - Academic School

Lorien; Luton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Trust dedicated to education in Luton is seeking an IT Network Manager to ensure reliable and secure IT infrastructure. The role involves reviewing current resources and providing technical support. With a salary of £40,000 plus benefits, the ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in IT networks and excellent communication skills. The position requires travel to various sites, and a car is necessary.

Benefits

23% pension

29 holidays + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience within IT Network/Systems.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge of Advanced networks, PC hardware, Audio Visual, Office 365, and Firewalls.
• Experience working within education or the public industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the reliability and security of IT infrastructure.
• Review current hardware and software resources.
• Provide day-to-day support, including 3rd line support.

Skills

Advanced networks

PC hardware

Audio Visual

Office 365

Firewalls

Strong communication skills

Job description

IT Network Manager - Perm £40k - Contribute to the growth of IT across academic schools

A Trust dedicated to providing high-quality education across a network of public schools is seeking an IT Network Manager to ensure the reliability and security of its infrastructure.

In collaboration with the Deputy of IT, the successful candidate will review the current hardware and software resources and work closely with IT Technicians to provide day‑to‑day support, including 3rd line support, WIFI, Office 365, Firewalls, and hardware devices.

Salary: £40,000 + 23% pension, 29 holidays + bank holidays

Location/Hybrid: X5 days onsite to Dunstable, Luton (LU5) - Not negotiable

Requirements: Applicant must own a car as this role requires visiting multiple sites throughout the year (travel expense covered)

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience within IT Network/Systems
• Demonstrable technical knowledge of Advanced networks, PC hardware, Audio Visual, Office 365, and Firewalls
• Strong communication skills with experience of working with tricky stakeholders and gaining trust in their role as a Technical Advisor
• Previous experience with line managing IT Technicians
• Experience working within education or the public industry

If you're passionate about shaping the future of IT resources for the next generation's education, please apply with your updated CV and start a conversation with us.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.