ICT & Data Manager
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24.46 to £26.06 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 February 2026 |
| Location: | Civic Office, Barry |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LS00443 |
Summary
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead an effective, professional and responsive ICT & Data team for the Directorate of Learning & Skills.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 10 SPC 36 - 39 £47,181 - £50,269 Pro Rata £24.46 - £26.06 Per Hour
The successful candidate will manage the ICT & Data team, in accordance with Council policy and procedures, overseeing the MIS, data and technical support service offered to schools and the directorate of Learning & Skills. The successful candidate will ensure that MIS and other data solutions are accurate, reliable and secure. They will work with the Performance lead and DMT to meet schools and the directorate’s current and future needs. This role involves leading a team of diverse and experienced professionals and working closely with other IT leaders and stakeholders.
About you
you will have:
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Experience in MIS, ICT technical support or data management or a similar leadership role
Proven track record of contributing to/ delivering large-scale projects.
Experience of change management
Experience in leading and managing a team of IT professionals.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead an effective, professional and responsive ICT & Data team for the Directorate of Learning & Skills.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 10 SPC 36 - 39 £47,181 - £50,269 Pro Rata £24.46 - £26.06 Per Hour
The successful candidate will manage the ICT & Data team, in accordance with Council policy and procedures, overseeing the MIS, data and technical support service offered to schools and the directorate of Learning & Skills. The successful candidate will ensure that MIS and other data solutions are accurate, reliable and secure. They will work with the Performance lead and DMT to meet schools and the directorate’s current and future needs. This role involves leading a team of diverse and experienced professionals and working closely with other IT leaders and stakeholders.
About you
you will have:
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Experience in MIS, ICT technical support or data management or a similar leadership role
Proven track record of contributing to/ delivering large-scale projects.
Experience of change management
Experience in leading and managing a team of IT professionals.
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