ICT Manager
| Posting date: | 02 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Dagenham, Essex, RM10 7SJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | d80fe090-d897-4170-8306-03cfbfc03edd |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Trinity School is an all age (3 to 19) modern, vibrant Special School catering for the needs of students who have a wide range of learning difficulties including; moderate, severe, profound and complex. A number of our pupils also have an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Trinity School is seeking a proactive, experienced, and solution-focused ICT Manager to lead the strategic development and operational management of our IT systems. This is a key leadership role that underpins the delivery of outstanding teaching, learning, and administrative support across the school.
We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and a clear vision for how technology can enhance education. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring that our IT provision is robust, secure, and forward-thinking.
What the school offers its staff
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development and implementation of the school’s IT strategy and infrastructure projects.
• Manage all aspects of the school’s network, servers, cloud services, cybersecurity, and hardware.
• Oversee day-to-day IT support and line-manage the ICT Technician, including appraisals and development.
• Ensure the effective running of core systems such as MIS (SIMS), FMS, and audio-visual platforms.
• Manage IT budgets, procurement, and contracts with external vendors and service providers.
• Deliver training and support for staff on IT systems and software use.
• Ensure full compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations.
• Maintain and update the school website and associated digital platforms.
• Liaise with external IT providers and represent IT matters at senior leadership meetings.
Essential Requirements
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or equivalent professional certification
• Or a relevant degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong technical knowledge of IT networks, systems, and security
• Experience in leading and managing IT operations and staff
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, service-oriented approach with a commitment to supporting the school community
• Experience with educational IT systems is highly desirable
We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A key leadership role with the ability to shape the future of digital learning at Trinity School
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact HR at: hr@trinity.bardaglea.org.uk to arrange a suitable time.
All applications should be made on the Trinity School application form available from the school website on
https://trinityschool.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies
CVs will not be accepted and should not be submitted
Only those applicants that are shortlisted will be notified of the interviews
Trinity School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will undergo online searches and their referees contacted prior to the interview.
An enhanced criminal record check via the DBS will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a comprehensive screening process, including a disclosure check will be undertaken on all applicants.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Trinity School is an all age (3 to 19) modern, vibrant Special School catering for the needs of students who have a wide range of learning difficulties including; moderate, severe, profound and complex. A number of our pupils also have an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Trinity School is seeking a proactive, experienced, and solution-focused ICT Manager to lead the strategic development and operational management of our IT systems. This is a key leadership role that underpins the delivery of outstanding teaching, learning, and administrative support across the school.
We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and a clear vision for how technology can enhance education. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring that our IT provision is robust, secure, and forward-thinking.
What the school offers its staff
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development and implementation of the school’s IT strategy and infrastructure projects.
• Manage all aspects of the school’s network, servers, cloud services, cybersecurity, and hardware.
• Oversee day-to-day IT support and line-manage the ICT Technician, including appraisals and development.
• Ensure the effective running of core systems such as MIS (SIMS), FMS, and audio-visual platforms.
• Manage IT budgets, procurement, and contracts with external vendors and service providers.
• Deliver training and support for staff on IT systems and software use.
• Ensure full compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations.
• Maintain and update the school website and associated digital platforms.
• Liaise with external IT providers and represent IT matters at senior leadership meetings.
Essential Requirements
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or equivalent professional certification
• Or a relevant degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong technical knowledge of IT networks, systems, and security
• Experience in leading and managing IT operations and staff
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, service-oriented approach with a commitment to supporting the school community
• Experience with educational IT systems is highly desirable
We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A key leadership role with the ability to shape the future of digital learning at Trinity School
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact HR at: hr@trinity.bardaglea.org.uk to arrange a suitable time.
All applications should be made on the Trinity School application form available from the school website on
https://trinityschool.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies
CVs will not be accepted and should not be submitted
Only those applicants that are shortlisted will be notified of the interviews
Trinity School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will undergo online searches and their referees contacted prior to the interview.
An enhanced criminal record check via the DBS will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a comprehensive screening process, including a disclosure check will be undertaken on all applicants.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.