School IT Operations Lead: Tech and Security

King’s College School; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s College School in Wimbledon is seeking a Head of IT Operations to lead the planning, delivery and upgrade of the school’s IT provision, including networks, devices and security, ensuring reliable and secure systems for pupils and staff.

You will manage the IT department, oversee the helpdesk, and develop a rolling three-year IT strategy, reporting to the Director of Digital Systems and Transformation, while collaborating with AV and data teams to support the school’s digital vision.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent with IT leadership experience.
• Experience leading an internal IT team and service desk.
• Strong track record in project/change management and service optimization.
• Experience managing IT budget, procurement, tenders, contract negotiation and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cyber security framework for the school.
• Own network and infrastructure security, including DR/BCP.
• Manage IT department's day-to-day service delivery and helpdesk oversight.
• Schedule maintenance to minimise disruption and handle out-of-hours incidents.
• Lead IT procurement, licensing, and vendor management; audit hardware/software usage.
• Report IT performance, cyber risk and budgets to the Digital Steering Group.

Skills

IT leadership

ITIL service delivery

Project management

Cyber security governance

Incident response

Network & infrastructure

Data protection & UK GDPR

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Entra ID / Intune

Defender / Purview

SharePoint Online

Exchange Online

Job description

King’s College School in Wimbledon is seeking a Head of IT Operations to lead the planning, delivery and upgrade of the school’s IT provision, including networks, devices and security, ensuring reliable and secure systems for pupils and staff.

You will manage the IT department, oversee the helpdesk, and develop a rolling three-year IT strategy, reporting to the Director of Digital Systems and Transformation, while collaborating with AV and data teams to support the school’s digital vision.