Director of IT and Systems
| Posting date: | 30 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £86,360.24 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Depending on qualifications and expertise. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 October 2025 |
| Location: | Watford, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Herts College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 075W |
Summary
We are looking for someone with a deep passion for technology, who can lead the strategic direction of IT and Systems across our College Group while ensuring operational excellence.
The role requires the delivery of secure, efficient, reliable and user-focused IT services that support every aspect of college life. From infrastructure and cybersecurity to business intelligence and digital transformation.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the management and development of IT and Systems at a senior level. As well as the relevant experience, we are looking for someone who is able to provide strong leadership and management, working collaboratively with internal and external key stakeholders.
The postholder will need to be flexible in their approach and willing to maintain an up-to-date understanding of developments within IT and Systems.
Ideally, the postholder will be degree-educated and able to demonstrate ongoing professional development.
This is a full-time role covering all College campuses.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 21st October 2025 with interviews being held the week commencing 27th October 2025.
If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.
The role requires the delivery of secure, efficient, reliable and user-focused IT services that support every aspect of college life. From infrastructure and cybersecurity to business intelligence and digital transformation.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the management and development of IT and Systems at a senior level. As well as the relevant experience, we are looking for someone who is able to provide strong leadership and management, working collaboratively with internal and external key stakeholders.
The postholder will need to be flexible in their approach and willing to maintain an up-to-date understanding of developments within IT and Systems.
Ideally, the postholder will be degree-educated and able to demonstrate ongoing professional development.
This is a full-time role covering all College campuses.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 21st October 2025 with interviews being held the week commencing 27th October 2025.
If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.
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