Head of IT and Digital Services

Bishop Vesey's Grammar School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2NH

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  6 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 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: £51,357.00 - £54,494.00 Annually (FTE) NPO5 SCP (40 - 43)

Head of IT and Digital Services job summary

Head of IT and Digital Services

Hours: 36.50 hours, all year round

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: NPO5 SCP (40 - 43) £51,537 - £54,494

Who We Are:

Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is a historic yet forward-looking community, founded in 1527. For nearly 500 years, we have combined strong academic tradition with a commitment to service, character and opportunity, evolving with each generation. From our origins under Bishop John Vesey to our outstanding modern academy, we are proud of our rich heritage, vibrant community and the achievements of our pupils past and present.

What We’re Looking For:

A transformative leadership role for someone ready to make a genuine impact. We are seeking a visionary professional who can redefine, modernise, and elevate the digital landscape of one of the top grammar schools in the country. This is more than an operational post it’s a strategic opportunity to shape the school’s digital future, lead innovation, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will be dynamic, forward‑thinking, and confident in leading change across complex systems. They will bring expertise in digital strategy, infrastructure development, cybersecurity, and user‑centred service design. Most importantly, they will have the ambition and capability to deliver meaningful, lasting improvements that enhance teaching, learning, and the overall digital experience for students and staff.

You’re welcome to book a school visit by emailing the contact listed in the advert if you would like to get a feel for the school.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a forward‑thinking digital strategy that modernises the school’s systems, enhances learning, and supports long‑term organisational goals.
• Oversee the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the school’s network, servers, cloud services, and core digital platforms to ensure reliability, security, and scalability.
• Lead on safeguarding digital assets by implementing robust cybersecurity measures, monitoring risks, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
• Ensure high‑quality, user‑centred IT support for staff and students, driving a culture of responsiveness, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and introduce emerging technologies that enhance teaching, learning, and operational efficiency, ensuring the school remains at the forefront of digital practice.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the IT team, fostering a collaborative, proactive, and high‑performing culture.

What We Offer

• Generous Pension Scheme: Excellent employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, supporting long‑term financial security.
• Free On‑Site Parking: Convenient and secure parking available for all staff.
• Continuous Professional Development: Extensive CPD opportunities, including leadership development.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance programmes.

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Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check, Identity, Right to Work, Prohibition Order, Section 128 check, pre-placement medical and verification of qualification checks are requirements for this post. An online search will be carried out as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Rehabilitation of offenders: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

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.

About Bishop Vesey's Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1413 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bishop Vesey's Grammar School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bishop-vesey-s-grammar-school

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