Head of IT

1 month ago


United Kingdom Leo Recruitment Limited Full time
Are you an experienced IT leader with a passion for creating modern, efficient, and secure digital environments?
Do you enjoy guiding teams, managing technology systems, and staying on top of the latest trends and best practices in IT?

Do you thrive in environments that value community, collaboration, and the opportunity to make a real impact in an educational setting?

Leo Recruitment is seeking a Head of IT to take the lead in shaping the digital future at one of Hampshire’s top independent schools. Nestled in a beautiful rural setting, the school combines a culture of high achievement with a family-feel environment where individuals can thrive, embracing the outdoors in a supportive atmosphere. This is a unique opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated IT team, drive digital transformation, and ensure the smooth operation of IT systems.

Competitive salary up to £65,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
~ Private medical insurance
~ Health cash plan
~ Generous contributory pension scheme
~23 days holiday, increasing to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
~ Some hybrid working options (to be discussed during interview)
~ Free lunch
~ Free parking
~ Educational discounts
~ Long-term career prospects
~ The Role: Head of IT

As the Head of IT, you will play a key role in shaping and implementing the IT strategy across three sites, ensuring robust IT infrastructure supports the success of over 1500 users.
You will lead, manage, and support a well-resourced IT Support team of 7 engineers/managers, delegating tasks, and overseeing networking, cybersecurity, cloud services, and device management.
Your technical skills and leadership expertise will make a real impact when you collaborate with senior management to define and execute digital strategy, continuously research and recommend advancements in IT to enhance digital capabilities, and plan for future network and infrastructure needs.
You will be responsible for ensuring data protection compliance and managing business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

You will need to have at least 5 years in IT management with experience in team leadership, project management, and technical support in a service environment.
It will be essential to have a strong background in server and network infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, and IT helpdesk management.
Your technical skills should include Office 365 Administration, Azure AD, Intune, PowerShell scripting, and network security protocols.
Location: This role will be based in Southampton, Hampshire with some travel to two other sites in Hampshire. An arrangement can be discussed to allow for a blend of on-site and potentially some off-site work, depending on the role's requirements and school policies.

30pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.This Role Would Be Suitable For: A Head of IT, IT Manager, Technical Manager, Head of Information Technology, IT Infrastructure Manager, IT Systems Manager, IT Operations Manager, IT Director, or a CTO (Chief Technology Officer) who would be excited to join an educational organisation that offers a diverse setting for students to learn, play, and grow.

Diversity & Inclusion: Leo Recruitment and all our clients are committed to creating an inclusive and innovative future.

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