Strategic IT Manager for Education & School Network

Laurus Ryecroft; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laurus Trust is seeking a Trust IT Manager to lead IT across six secondary, six primary, four sixth forms and one alternative provision. You will manage a small team of Technicians and support delivery of high-quality IT services across the Trust.

You will oversee IT systems, services and infrastructure, provide strategic direction, and deputise for the IT Director when needed, helping to enhance teaching, learning and administration with technology.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Experience in 1st/2nd/3rd line IT support.
• Experience maintaining and supporting PC, server and networking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, maintenance and delivery of IT systems across the Trust.
• Provide strategic advice and manage large IT projects.
• Deputise for the Trust IT Director when required.

Skills

1st/2nd/3rd line support

IT strategy

team leadership

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C)

Tools

PC hardware

Server hardware

Networking equipment

Job description

The Laurus Trust is seeking a Trust IT Manager to lead IT across six secondary, six primary, four sixth forms and one alternative provision. You will manage a small team of Technicians and support delivery of high-quality IT services across the Trust.

You will oversee IT systems, services and infrastructure, provide strategic direction, and deputise for the IT Director when needed, helping to enhance teaching, learning and administration with technology.