Network Manager

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in the UK is seeking a Cluster Network Manager to oversee IT services across a secondary and three primary schools. The role focuses on managing the IT team, ensuring efficient services, and handling budget and vendor collaborations within a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• IT management experience, ideally in education sector.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and processes.
• Experience in team training and upskilling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT infrastructure across cluster of schools.
• Manage on-site IT team including technicians.
• Conduct monthly reviews, manage performance, develop team members.

Skills

IT management

Systems understanding

Team oversight

Training

Problem-solving

Job description

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Your new company

This multi-academy trust has experienced significant growth over the past few years. Due to this expansion, they are seeking to appoint a Cluster Network Manager to join their IT team on a permanent basis. The trust is large, with future growth plans, making this an exciting opportunity for professional development. You will be based at a secondary school in North Manchester, with responsibilities for three local primary schools, and will be an integral part of the IT team. The IT team is well-established, led by an IT Director who fosters a positive and proactive working environment, collaborating across the trust with all schools and teams.

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 within your cluster. Your role involves working with two IT technicians to provide efficient IT services to staff and pupils, responding promptly to requests and issues. Operational responsibilities include conducting monthly reviews, managing performance, and developing team members. You will also manage the IT budget for your schools, ensuring adherence and collaborating with third-party vendors for procurement.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed, you should have IT management experience, preferably within the education sector, with a strong understanding of systems and processes relevant to this field. A passion for IT and a commitment to delivering high-quality service are essential. Experience in team oversight, training, and upskilling junior staff is also required.

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

What you need to do now

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