School IT Transformation Lead & Network Manager

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

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.