IT Operations and Development Manager
Hastings High School, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 2QE3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
9 September 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 August 2024
Job details
Job role
- IT support
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- 33,060.00
What skills and experience we're looking for
The primary purpose of this post is to have responsibility for the general day-to-day running of the school IT system, prioritising your own workload to provide a confidential, effective, efficient and flexible service for the school.
INDICATIVE DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To ensure the effective and efficient use of the school’s IT software and hardware by:
o To maintain and update all server operating systems and installed services to comply with security requirements and to keep the school at the forefront of technology in industry.
o Develop and maintain network security procedures, including file permissions, group policy objects and data storage and handling and anti-virus systems.
o To manage and implement network components, such as switches, routers and cabinets to maintain an effective physical network.
o To work with suppliers and external services support to resolve issues with products and services.
o To carry out repairs to hardware not covered by “warranties” and within own ability. Arrange for other repairs to ensure maximum availability and cost effectiveness of all ICT equipment in school.
o To install new software across the network.
o To install new workstations and peripherals.
o To control stock and order ICT resources to meet the prevailing needs.
o To monitor and maintain the printer network
o To Maintain and develop the school phone system
o Maintain an accurate inventory of ICT equipment, including software licenses.
o To undertake a number of clerical duties including maintenance of work and actions taken.
o Be conversant and comply with Data Protection regulations minimising potential data
o Provide staff with a back of ‘how-to’ guides to enable staff to help themselves
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- To ensure the efficient management of IT backup systems throughout the school, in accordance with agreed procedures.
o To contribute and lead on the school cybersecurity plan and to report to governors at least yearly
o To recognise risk to computer systems and network, and maintain a disaster recovery plan to minimise disruption in a disaster event.
o To manage users, including monitoring of use and misuse of facilities and resources.
o To manage user accounts across the network and designated external services including allocation of new users and removal of former users.
o To manage SIMS / BROMCOM / Google user accounts.
o To develop and maintain an efficient booking service for resources and rooms.
o To maintain remote access to the school network via VPN in order to allow staff to use school services from home.
o To strategically be involved in the expansion in future of the IT team and to lead and manage that team.
o To undertake training required for the role.
- Wider Role;
o To undertake any other tasks, as directed by the Co-Headteachers, which are commensurate with the level of this role
o To support the ethos and values of the school and reinforce high expectations of all pupils inside and outside of the classroom.
o To carry out the duties placed on employees by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and any revisions.
o To adhere to all policies relating to Health & Safety and Equality Act 2010 as determined by the Governors of the School.
o To adhere to the requirements of C.O.S.H.H. – Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (Amendment) Regulations 1991.
o This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and / or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
What the school offers its staff
The post arises at an exciting time for the school, with multi-million pound investments into new facilities for our pupils, and our transition from SIMS to BROMCOM. The school is looking for the right candidate to update and overhaul our IT provision to ensure that all pupils and staff have access to the facilities they need.
During our latest OFSTED inspection, we were very proud that our Hastings Family and CARES values were recognised as being central to all that we provide. The school continues to be rated ‘Good’ and we are committed to further improvement to ensure that we provide “Care and Excellence for All”; a motto which underpins and informs everything we do. Our Progress 8 score is significantly above the national average. These continuing improvements are attributed to our focus on the basics: an orderly climate for learning, engaging teaching, and building positive relationships with all stakeholders.
We have a comprehensive induction programme for new staff to help you settle in and provide very high levels of support. We strive to bring out the best in our staff by investing heavily in their development and wellbeing.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024. Shortlisting will take place that week, and formal interviews will take place during the subsequent week. If you have not heard from us by 16th September 2024, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. To apply, please complete the application form along with a brief application letter (not exceeding two sides of A4).
The
school takes its safeguarding and child protection responsibilities very
seriously. The post will be subject to
an enhanced DBS clearance, including a Section 128 check, agreement to our
E-safety policy, two supportive written references and a pre-employment medical
health check. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to an online search.
We very much hope you will apply and look forward to receiving your
application.
Further details about the role
For more information and an application pack please visit school website www.hastings.school
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
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to sarahbrown@hastings.leics.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
About Hastings High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 854 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Hastings High School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- sarahbrown@hastings.leics.sch.uk
Arranging a visit to Hastings High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sarahbrown@hastings.leics.sch.uk.
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