OFSTED 2023

Leadership & management – Outstanding     Behaviour and Attitudes - Outstanding

Personal development – Outstanding      Sixth Form Provision – Outstanding 

Network Manager

Salary H9 £36648 - £39186 per annum plus Outer fringe

(Dependant on relevant experience)

Permanent vacancy (subject to 6 month probationary period) starting September 2024

37 hours a week / 52 weeks a year

Hours are Mon to Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm or similar 

This is an exciting opportunity to join and lead the IT team in an Academy that is fully committed to the provision of quality IT resources for students and staff, and always willing to embrace new technologies and software to enhance the learning experience for all of our school community. We are therefore looking for someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about IT, with the drive to constantly want to look at better ways of improving our use of technology. The Marlborough Science Academy provides a modern, dynamic and challenging work environment with a wide range of opportunities to gain experience in maintaining and developing IT network systems.

You will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the school’s IT networks. The successful candidate will have proven network management and IT problem solving experience for hardware and software problems in a busy environment. This role requires a good understanding of current Windows operating systems for PC’s and Servers. You will ideally have a working knowledge of SIMS software and have previous experience of maintaining asset management registers. You will have proven line management experience. A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to manage IT related contracts, IT procurement and to ensure that IT budgets are carefully managed. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to plan for the short & long term IT needs of the school. This is a varied and vital role that requires great flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to use initiative as well as a “can do” attitude in a pressurised environment.

The school supports and promotes the safeguarding of children and is an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview. This vacancy will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Candidates will be required to provide evidence of the right to work in the UK. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

The closing date for applications is Friday 16th August 2024 at 9.00am with the interview date to be confirmed. For further details contact Diana Dean, Director of Finance & Resources on d.dean@marlborough.herts.sch.uk. Please apply by visiting My New Term at https://www.mynewterm.com. Applications to be made as soon as possible as we will interview for the right candidate on receipt of their application.