Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 11/03/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: w/c 16 March 2026
37 hours per week, 48 weeks of the year (term time only, including inset days plus 3 weeks)
Responsible to: Headteacher
Milton Hall is seeking an experienced and proactive Network Manager to lead, maintain, and develop the school's IT infrastructure. This is a key role supporting teaching, learning, and administration by ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient network services across the school. You will be responsible for the strategic and day‑to‑day management of the school's network, systems, and ICT support services, working closely with senior leaders, staff, and external providers.
What You’ll Do
* Manage and maintain the school's network infrastructure
* Ensure high availability, performance, and security of all systems
* Provide technical leadership and escalation support for ICT issues
* Plan and implement system upgrades and new technologies
* Contribute to the school's ICT strategy and development plan
What We’re Looking For
* Has proven experience managing networks and systems, ideally in a school or similar environment
* Has strong knowledge of Windows servers, networking, and cloud services
* Understands cybersecurity best practices and safeguarding in education
* Can communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical staff
* Is organised, proactive, and able to work independently
* Has a solution‑focused and service-oriented approach
Desirable (but not essential)
* Experience in an educational setting
* Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA)
* Experience managing ICT budgets or staff
In Turn We Can Offer
* An exciting, vibrant and happy working environment.
* An excellent staff wellbeing package through our EAP including free 24‑hour access to GP appointments.
* Wellbeing day – paid day off.
* Friendly and supportive staff and governors.
Milton Hall is a well-established, diverse school with a very good reputation in the local community. We are proud of the caring ethos in our school and encourage our children to Dream, Believe, Achieve! Our school is an exciting place to work and for children to come to school. Pupils, parents, staff and governors take great pride in being a part of the Milton Hall School community.
To apply please fill out an application form found on https://www.miltonhallschool.com/vacancies-3/ and send to recruitment@miltonhall.southend.sch.uk. If you would like to book a viewing or ask any questions please contact Samantha Hon or Claire Reynolds on 01702 330758.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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