Academy IT Lead
Ellesmere Park High School, Manchester, M30 9BP12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
7 July 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- IT support
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Salary: NJC Grade 7 - £32,061 - £34,435
Additional allowances
Salary: NJC Grade 7 - £32,061 - £34,435
Academy IT Lead job summary
Academy IT Lead
Salary: NJC Grade 7 - £32,061 - £34,435
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Start date: September 2026
Join a School Community that is Vibrant, Inclusive and Proud
At Ellesmere Park High School, we are more than just a school - we are a thriving community where students and staff are valued, supported and inspired to be the very best they can be.
Serving the Eccles and Monton communities of Salford, Ellesmere Park High School is a popular and oversubscribed school with over 800 students. As part of Consilium Academies Trust, we are committed to delivering excellence, equality and opportunity for every young person while creating an environment where staff can flourish professionally and personally.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and highly skilled Academy IT Lead to join our Trust-wide IT Services Team.
About the Role
As Academy IT Lead, you will be the primary IT professional on site, leading the day-to-day management of IT services at Ellesmere Park High School while working closely with the wider Consilium Academies IT Team.
You will play a vital role in ensuring that staff and students have access to reliable, secure and effective technology that supports teaching, learning and school operations. From maintaining infrastructure and troubleshooting technical issues to managing projects and supporting cyber security, this is a varied and rewarding role for an experienced IT professional who enjoys both technical and customer-facing responsibilities.
You will also work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders, building positive relationships and acting as the local representative of the Trust's IT Service Team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all on-site IT operations and support services.
- Maintain and troubleshoot hardware, software, networks and infrastructure.
- Support Windows environments, Microsoft 365, cloud technologies and educational systems.
- Manage and resolve helpdesk requests, ensuring excellent customer service and SLA performance.
- Implement Trust-wide IT policies, procedures and cyber security standards.
- Support telephony, AV systems, printers, classroom technology and specialist systems.
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors and Trust colleagues to deliver effective IT solutions.
- Maintain accurate asset registers, documentation and system records.
- Deliver training and guidance to staff where required.
- Lead local IT projects and contribute to Trust-wide initiatives.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting a wide range of ICT systems, devices and software.
- Has strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Has experience with Microsoft technologies including Windows, Microsoft 365 and server environments.
- Can build positive working relationships with staff at all levels.
- Is organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Can adapt quickly to changing technologies and priorities.
- Is committed to continuous professional development and learning.
- Holds a full UK driving licence and is willing to travel between Trust sites when required.
Experience working within an educational environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why Join Ellesmere Park High School?
Our students describe Ellesmere Park as a welcoming, supportive and inspiring place where everyone is encouraged to succeed. Staff consistently tell us that our culture is one of collaboration, kindness and mutual support.
When you join us, you will benefit from:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- A supportive and experienced Trust-wide IT team.
- Access to excellent professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to collaborate across nine academies within Consilium Academies.
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the education and experiences of young people.
As our Principal, Iain Ross, says:
"This is a place where every day, I love to come to work. Our staff are united in their desire to improve opportunities for our students, and new colleagues quickly become part of our supportive and vibrant community."
Applications and Information
For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School, please contact harry.quartermaine@consilium-at.com
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 6th July 2026, 9.00am
Interviews will take place on a date to be arranged
Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.
We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!
Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.
The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.
Further information about the job
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.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ellesmere Park High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 798 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ellesmere Park High School website
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