Network Manager

Join to apply for the Network Manager role at St James' Catholic High School Stockport3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Network Manager role at St James' Catholic High School StockportGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from St James' Catholic High School StockportGovernors seek the following appointmentNetwork Manager,Full time, Permanent. 37 hours per week, All Year RoundClosing Date: Monday 2nd June 2025, 12 noonInterviews: TBCSt James’ Catholic High School aims to ensure everyone within our school family achieves their full potential, to encourage learning and development through faith, and to strive for excellence.Main responsibilities will involve:Manage the school’s ICT infrastructure, including servers, networks and security systems.Ensure the delivery of IT across the school and in the curriculum.Manage the school’s ICT helpdesk and troubleshooting services.Maintain and upgrade software applications, keeping up-to-date with technological developments within the Education sector.Promote the effective use of ICT systems and equipment across the school, both educationally and administratively.Deliver a customer friendly service to all staff and pupils.Organisation responsibilities:Take overall responsibility for the running, organising and development of the ICT support department.Ensure the development and maintenance of all networked services, e.g computing, telephones, entry systems and photocopiers.Provide day-to-day support of file servers, networking equipment, printing and system back-up devices and storage systems.Oversee network administration, including setting up of new staff and pupils, controlling access rights and file space allocation.Manage the installation, distribution and upgrading of application software on the school’s networks.Maintain a high level of security of school networks, including fire walls, anti-virus software, access control systems and data back-up.Monitor and review the effectiveness and efficiency of ICT systems and equipment, making recommendations for improvements as required.Develop plans to meet future ICT needs of the school and provide technical assistance on the procurement of ICT hardware and software.Maintain and where necessary create in-depth technical documentation for all systems and processes Management.Hold regular team meetings with ICT support staff in order to brief them on any developments and address any issues arising.Manage the performance of ICT support staff, undertake appraisals and promote their professional development.Oversee the recruitment and induction of new staff to the department and identify training needs.Maintain effective succession planning structures within the ICT department and assist other ICT support staff to develop additional skills.Take ownership of ICT projects and any subsequently resulting service contracts or agreements.Manage an in-house school ICT budget for purchases, repairs and consumable costs.Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and the UK GDPR. Support and communication.Support the SLT on emerging technologies and on the content and implementation of ICT policies and procedures.Manage remote access for staff and pupils as required.Log and undertake support requests, monitoring performance against agreed service levels.Provide technical website support and assist ongoing website developments and projects.Support external visitors and guests with ICT implementations and presentations.Liaise with appropriate external agencies and build and maintain good relations.Arrange for the repair of hardware faults with external agencies as required.Observe the school’s health and safety procedures and work safely at all times.Adhere to the school’s child protection and safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of all pupils.Carry out routine and complex administration tasks commensurate with the role.Provide relevant advice and guidance to staff, pupils and parents where necessary.Provide in-house training as appropriate to staff.Maintain an ongoing awareness of relevant developments in IT and the Education sector.Undertake all mandatory training on an annual basis. Participate in induction training, staff review processes and CPD opportunities.Support at school events with audio-visual requirements.Undertake other professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Headteacher.This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks, but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties.The post holder will be expected to comply with all reasonable requests from the Headteacher to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in their job description. The successful candidate will be willing to undertake the level of DBS check required for this role and to also be able to provide at least two references.Applying for the jobPlease visit the following website: https://www.stjamescheadle.co.uk/jobs/Complete a support staff application form and once completed send to headteacherpa@stjamescheadle.co.ukCVs are not accepted.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at St James' Catholic High School Stockport by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Network Manager” roles.Manchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoElland, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoManchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoManagement Consultant - Finance & CFO AdvisoryManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 months agoAltrincham, England, United Kingdom 3 months agoTeam Leader - Macclesfield - 12 month secondmentMacclesfield, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoOT Integration and Portfolio lead-Manufacturing Engineering TechnologyManchester, England, United Kingdom 20 hours agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 hours agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 days agoNorth West, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoBusiness Analyst - can be based in Manchester or GlasgowManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoRegional Manager – Specialist Supported Living & Domiciliary CareSalford, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoKnutsford, England, United Kingdom 5 days agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoBusiness Analyst | Pricing and Channel ManagementManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoManchester Area, United Kingdom 3 days agoStockport, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoStockport, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoRuncorn, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoHuddersfield, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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