Overview
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’. We are looking for a dedicated IT Manager to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from December.
About the role
The IT Manager role is based at Yate Academy, although frequently visiting Woodlands Primary & Tyndale Primary Schools, as you will be overseeing all things IT across the three sites. The role is to support the Regional IT Manager in the day-to-day management of all issues relating to IT services and to provide high-quality IT support for all members of the school community, helping to maintain appropriate expectations and standards.
Main duties and responsibilities:
* Ensuring you have an oversight of the security, care and availability of the Schools’ IT infrastructure, fittings and equipment.
* To share technical responsibility for the smooth running of the Schools network including servers, infrastructure and software.
* To maintain the Active Directory network.
* To ensure the security and integrity of the network through careful monitoring and planned maintenance.
* To share technical responsibility in the configuration and expansion of the whole School’s network to maximise efficiency.
* To ensure that network hardware/software throughout the School is secure, both physically in terms of firewalls and the use of strong passwords and 2 step verification.
* To ensure that all software used in the school is legal.
* To liaise with external suppliers, agencies, service providers and partners to secure appropriate support, seek advice and prepare any required response to facilitate the effective management of the network.
* To ensure a high-quality provision of technology to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning of students of the Schools to take place at all times.
* Responsibility for the day-to-day management of the School IT Services Team.
* To meet with and report regularly to the Regional IT Manager and provide up to date information on the provision and upkeep of all IT equipment, including on-going projects and new needs as they arise. In conjunction with the Regional IT Manager, to oversee a planned programme of refresh and replace as carried out in relation to all IT equipment, and to identify tasks which can be carried out in house or which need to be contracted externally.
* To maintain and retain accurate records of all service contracts and services provided by contractors. To advise the Regional IT Manager on matters relating to this and possible refurbishment/repair projects that may arise.
About the School
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country. Resilience, leadership and citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
What the school offers its staff
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our recruitment brochure on our jobs portal. We can offer you:
* Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on 12th November 2025. The role is due to commence from December 2025. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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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.
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