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Position: ICT Network & Infrastructure Manager
Reports to: Director of Finance & Resources
Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week
Key Responsibilities
- ICT Network & Infrastructure Management
- Ensure the stability, security, and effectiveness of the schools ICT network and infrastructure.
- Enhance teaching and learning through the seamless integration of ICT systems.
- Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to drive improvements and future-proofing of the ICT infrastructure.
- Leadership & Team Management
- Line manage members of the ICT team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- ICT Strategy Development
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the schools ICT strategy, focusing on the transition from on-premise to cloud-based solutions.
- Align the ICT strategy with the broader goals of the schools site development, as part of its rebuilding programme.
- ICT Budget & Financial Oversight
- Oversee the ICT budget, ensuring that spending aligns with strategic priorities while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
- Manage key contracts and supplier relationships to support ICT infrastructure and services.
- Website & Media Management
- Maintain and update the school's website, ensuring it reflects the latest information.
- Support the management of the school's social media presence.
- Assist in creating media content, including filming events and producing videos for the school community.
- Day-to-Day Network Operations
- Manage the daily operations of the schools ICT network, ensuring minimal disruption to teaching and learning.
- Oversee the maintenance and management of network components, including:
- Onsite servers, switches, and other hardware
- Desktop and laptop computers and peripherals
- CCTV and access control systems
- VOIP telephone systems, cashless catering systems, and the school's MIS system
- Security and filtering systems for email, web access, and overall network safety
- Ensure that all software is correctly licensed, securely stored, and operational.
- Maintain accurate hardware records, including asset tagging.
- Safeguarding & Online Safety
- Implement and manage systems that ensure high standards of online safety and web filtering to protect pupils.
- Support the effective implementation of fire and lockdown protocols across the school.
- Back-Up, Data Protection & Disaster Recovery
- Oversee data backup procedures to ensure compliance and data integrity.
- Maintain and regularly test disaster recovery plans.
- Support compliance with GDPR and data retention policies.
- Cyber Security
- Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials and other security standards as required by the Risk Protection Arrangement (RPA).
- Broader Responsibilities
- Participate in ongoing staff training and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute positively to staff meetings and the overall development of the ICT team.
- Undertake additional duties as directed by the Director of Finance & Resources or Headteacher.
