Network Manager

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading multi-academy trust as a Cluster Network Manager, where you'll oversee IT services in multiple schools. Your role will involve leading an IT team, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality IT support to enhance educational experiences. This is a great opportunity for continuous development in a growing organization.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career progression potential

Qualifications

• Experience in IT management, preferably in the education sector.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and processes.
• Ability to collaborate with third-party suppliers for procurement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT infrastructure and services across the cluster of schools.
• Manage the onsite IT team and ensure efficient IT service delivery.
• Manage IT budget and collaborate with suppliers for equipment procurement.

Skills

IT management experience

Team oversight

Staff training

Commitment to high-quality service

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 seeking to appoint a Cluster Network Manager to join their IT team on a permanent basis. As a large multi-academy trust with future growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of an evolving organization where you will experience continuous growth and development.

You will be based at a secondary school in North Manchester, with responsibilities for three nearby primary schools. You will be an integral part of the well-established IT team, 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 onsite IT team, which includes two technicians, ensuring the delivery of efficient IT services to staff and pupils. Your responsibilities will include responding to IT requests and issues, managing operational tasks such as monthly reviews, performance management, and staff development.

You will also be responsible for managing the IT budget for your schools, working within budget constraints, and collaborating with third-party suppliers for procurement of IT equipment.

What you'll need to succeed

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

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to work within a growing trust with potential for professional development and career progression.

What you need to do now

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