IT Manager

Serata Search (UK) Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Job summary

A leading education trust in Bury is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee the ICT infrastructure in a large secondary school. The role involves managing day-to-day IT services, collaborating with the Senior Leadership team on technology development, and ensuring network stability. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Windows Server, active directory, and excellent troubleshooting skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to enhance the school's technology offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience in network/system administration.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day IT services and functions.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership team to develop the school's technology.
• Plan budgets to maximize IT performance and efficiency.

Skills

Network/system administration

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

Microsoft 365

Troubleshooting and analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication abilities

Tools

Microsoft Exchange Online

SharePoint

Educational MIS platforms (e.g., SIMS, Arbor)

Mobile Device Management (MDM, Intune)

Job description

32K -37K, BASED BURY, BENEFITS INCLUDE PRIVATE MEDICAL

Our client is a leading and well-established Trust with multiple schools in the North West. Established for many years they are well respected in their field, achieving and delivering world class inclusive Education. We are now looking for an experienced IT Manager to be based at one of the large High schools which has a strong record of academic achievement and joined the Trust relatively recently. They have had big investment into their IT services and infrastructure and so it is an exciting time to join as there is lots more to do as they drive the school and their technology offering forward. We are looking for someone technically capable, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, support, and development of the ICT infrastructure within the secondary school. The role ensures the stability, security, and effective operation of the school’s network systems, supporting both curriculum and administrative functions

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Senior Leadership team to develop the schools technology and infrastructure
• Proactively manage and plan budgets / spend to maximise the schools IT performance and efficiency
• Work closely with the central infrastructure team on escalated issues or complex projects
• Work closely with the field engineers if additional support is required
• Hands on in terms of managing the day to day IT services and functions, handling both proactive and reactive issues
• Managing the additional devices such as interactive whiteboards and Ipads

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in network/system administration.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with common educational MIS platforms (e.g., SIMS, Arbor) would be useful.
• Some experience with networking hardware (e.g., switches, firewalls, VLANs).
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities in IT (e.g., web filtering, monitoring tools)
• Experience with mobile device management (MDM, intune).

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