Head of IT

A lively and purposeful co-educational, comprehensive state boarding school for children aged 7 to 18 years, with approximately 670 flexi-borders and 430 full boarders. The school is a popular choice for local families who attend on our flexi boarding package, as well as for full boarders from further afield in the UK and internationally. This is due to a wide range of factors including our facilities, academic pathways and results, pastoral care, the boarding and flexi-boarding ethos and environment, wide range of trips and co-curricular activities and the resultant attitudes of its pupils.We offer:

●    Professional, supportive and committed staff team

●    Beautiful estate set in 260 acres of parkland

●    Convenient location, close to the A23 and M25

●    Free on-site parking

We are looking for a Head of IT who will support the Senior Leadership Team in defining and delivering a modern and effective digital strategy. It is an exciting time at RAAS as we look to launch an IT Strategy for the next 5 years to encompass elements such as (but not limited to); a fit for purpose operating system and infrastructure, effective and compatible systems and proposal for the introduction of devices for students.

This role calls for a highly skilled IT professional, with the ability to lead and manage a team to work towards a common goal.

The successful candidate will have the ability to identify problems and bring positive solutions, communicating with enthusiasm and vision to all stakeholders, from students through to the boards. They should be a measured and confident decision maker who is calm and positive whilst under pressure.  We are looking for someone who has:

●       A relevant IT or business professional qualification

●       A strong and innovative approach to advising management across a range of IT related issues

●       A proven track record as an excellent communicator with the ability to instill confidence in colleagues

●       Experience in managing an IT helpdesk in a varied organisational set up

●       Knowledge and experience of change management processes

●       Knowledge and experience of strategic planning, implementing and managing large scale complex IT projects and budgets

●       Experience in delivering and supporting a 1:1 device programme

●       Knowledge and management experience of site security and CCTV systems

●       Experience of working within an educational establishment would be an advantage but is not essential

The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

We hope that after considering all the information provided, you will decide to make an application. Please be advised that we may interview as applications come in. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date. Whatever the outcome of your application we thank you for the interest you have shown and wish you well in your future career.

The Royal Alexandra and Albert School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post if successful, including an Enhanced DBS check. Staff must be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety regulations, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns as appropriate. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.