Network Manager

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in the UK is seeking a Cluster Network Manager to oversee IT services across their schools. The position not only ensures the efficiency of IT infrastructure but also includes team management, budget oversight, and collaboration with vendors—presenting potential for career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• IT management experience in the education sector is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of relevant systems and processes.
• Experience in training and upskilling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT infrastructure and services across a cluster of schools.
• Manage on-site IT team and handle the IT budget.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors for procurement.

Skills

IT management experience

Team leadership

Excellent service delivery

Passion for IT

Job description

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Your new company

This multi-academy trust has experienced significant growth over the last few years. Due to this expansion, they are looking to appoint a Cluster Network Manager to join their IT team on a permanent basis. This is a large trust with plans for further growth, making it an exciting opportunity for development. You will be based at a secondary school in North Manchester, with responsibilities for three local primary schools, becoming an integral part of the well-established IT team led by a proactive IT Director.

Your new role

Reporting to the IT Director, you will oversee all IT infrastructure and services across your cluster of schools, including one secondary and three primary schools. You will manage the on-site IT team, responsible for hardware, software, bespoke technologies, and IT projects. Your duties will include responding to IT requests, resolving issues promptly, conducting monthly reviews, managing performance, and developing staff. You will also handle the IT budget and collaborate with third-party vendors for procurement.

What you'll need to succeed

Applicants should have IT management experience, preferably within the education sector, with strong knowledge of relevant systems and processes. A passion for IT, excellent service delivery, and experience in team leadership, training, and upskilling are essential.

What you'll get in return

Details about benefits and opportunities will be provided upon application.

What you need to do now

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