Network Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network Manager to join Collingwood College and lead our IT Support Department.

The IT Support department at Collingwood College performs a crucial role in supporting the essential operational activities of the College. The growing importance of IT to curriculum delivery provides exciting opportunities for innovation and development and a varied workload.

In addition to the daily support and maintenance activities, the department contributes to the ongoing development of the College’s business resilience by strengthening cyber security, implementing measures to mitigate the risks of network downtime or data loss and developing disaster recovery plans.

The department comprises a small, extremely capable team assisted by a leading external third-line support provider who all work closely together to provide an excellent customer-focussed service to students, staff and other users of the College’s network.

The department is led by the IT Systems Manager with overall responsibility for the department held by the CFOO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead IT Infrastructure & Services: Manage and ensure the College’s IT systems are optimally performing, secure, and aligned with College priorities.
• Team Leadership: Line manage the IT Support team, fostering a collaborative and professional working environment while ensuring effective, responsive support for all College users.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with the CFOO to develop and implement IT strategies that align with the College’s goals.
• Budget & Resource Management: Oversee IT budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation and strategic forecasting.
• Training & Development: Deliver training programs to College users, ensuring staff and students are equipped to use IT systems effectively.
• Project Management: Support and manage key IT projects to deliver continuous improvements in technology and user experience.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure the College’s IT systems meet regulatory standards and are fully compliant with relevant legislation.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience managing IT services and infrastructure in an educational setting or similar environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team
• Expertise in IT project management and strategic planning
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across departments
• A keen understanding of the latest in Edtech and IT more generally
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a focus on customer service and user support

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a vital role in shaping the College’s IT landscape, ensuring technology supports learning and teaching
• Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities to support and develop your career
• Community: Work alongside passionate colleagues in a vibrant, supportive educational environment

This opportunity comes at an exciting time as the successful applicant will play a key role in the continuing delivery of major upgrades to the College’s core network infrastructure and cloud transformation over the next 2-3 years. The Network Manager will have the opportunity to provide their input in the development of the College’s long-term strategy in this area and develop their own technical and managerial skills to ensure continuous best-in-class service and performance.

Further details about this role can be found in the Candidate Information Pack

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Closing Date:  3rd January 2025

For more information: Please contact HR 01276 457600 or email hr@collingwood.surrey.sch.uk

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Collingwood College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Collingwood College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.