Network Manager / IT Lead

Rise Technical; Sutton; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holidays

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Rise Technical is seeking an experienced Network Manager / IT Lead in Sutton to own a full IT transformation for a large secondary school. Responsibilities include leading network and infrastructure, guiding Microsoft 365 adoption, and shaping a long-term IT strategy while collaborating with external partners.

You will help recruit and develop the IT team, support day-to-day operations, and ensure staff and students maximise technology benefits in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Network Manager or IT Manager in a handling role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, cloud migration and IT infrastructure.
• School/education sector experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's IT network and infrastructure.
• Support the transition towards Microsoft 365 and cloud-based systems.
• Manage day-to-day IT operations, network issues and helpdesk support.
• Work with senior leadership on IT strategy, budgets and future development.
• Help recruit and develop an additional IT Technician.
• Support staff in getting the most out of technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Fully on-site role within a large secondary school environment.

Skills

Network management

Microsoft 365

Cloud systems

IT infrastructure

Job description

Network Manager / IT Lead

Sutton

£47,000 - £52,000 + Pension + Holidays + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Network Manager or IT professional looking for the chance to take ownership of a full IT transformation?

Do you want a role where you can shape strategy, modernise infrastructure, build a team and make a genuine impact across a school environment?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established secondary school that is investing heavily into its IT provision and looking to bring more technical expertise in-house. The school has already made strong progress with staff laptops, interactive classroom technology and Microsoft-based systems, but they are now looking for the right person to take their network, cloud infrastructure and wider IT strategy to the next level.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the school's IT function, managing day-to-day network and helpdesk operations, supporting the move towards cloud-based Microsoft 365 systems, and helping develop a long-term technology roadmap. You will also play a key role in shaping the future IT team, including helping recruit and support an additional IT Technician.

The ideal candidate will have strong network management experience and a good understanding of Microsoft 365, cloud migration, infrastructure and IT support. Experience in a school or education environment would be highly beneficial, but candidates from wider industry backgrounds will also be considered if they have the right technical knowledge and motivation to move into a meaningful, long-term role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants more than a standard support role. You will have the chance to work with a blank canvas, influence strategy, improve systems, support staff and students, and become a key part of the school's future development.

The Role

• Lead and manage the school's IT network and infrastructure
• Support the transition towards Microsoft 365 and cloud-based systems
• Manage day-to-day IT operations, network issues and helpdesk support
• Work with senior leadership on IT strategy, budgets and future development
• Bring more IT expertise in-house while working alongside external IT partners
• Help recruit and develop an additional IT Technician
• Support staff in getting the most out of technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Fully on‑site role within a large secondary school environment

The Person

• Experienced Network Manager, IT Manager, Infrastructure Engineer or similar
• Strong knowledge of networks, Microsoft 365, cloud systems and IT infrastructure
• Able to balance hands‑on technical work with strategic planning
• Confident supporting users and managing IT priorities across a busy organisation
• School or education experience would be desirable but is not essential
• Looking for a long‑term role where they can build, improve and take ownership
• Wants to make a real impact on staff, students and the future of IT provision in a school environment

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.