Salary: £50,000 - 60,000 per year Requirements: Significant experience in a senior infrastructure, network or systems role Strong networking knowledge across VLANs, switching, routing, firewalls and Wi-Fi Strong experience with Active Directory and Azure AD Strong Microsoft 365 and wider cloud services experience Experience with Microsoft Intune and device management A proven background in resolving complex technical issues Experience delivering technical projects successfully A confident communicator who can work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Particularly relevant experience with HPE / Aruba networking, managing or mentoring technical engineers, working with external suppliers and contractors, backup, DR and cyber security solutions, and previous experience in education or a school environment Responsibilities: Own and manage the network and infrastructure estate Act as the senior escalation point for complex 3rd and 4th line issues Lead on wired and wireless networking, switching, routing and firewall configuration Support and develop both on-prem and cloud infrastructure Manage Active Directory, Azure AD and core identity services Oversee Microsoft 365, including Exchange, SharePoint, Teams and Intune Deliver infrastructure and IT projects from design through to implementation Work closely with internal stakeholders to scope and prioritise technical initiatives Take responsibility for cyber security controls, backups, disaster recovery and business continuity Technologies: Active Directory Aruba Azure Cloud Firewall Support Microsoft 365 Microsoft Intune Network Security SharePoint Office 365 More: We are a prestigious independent school in West London, seeking to appoint a Network Manager to a key senior IT role. This position not only offers a high-profile opportunity but also allows you to step into a visible role with real ownership over our complex technical infrastructure. We pride ourselves on maintaining exceptionally high standards and the opportunity to shape the future direction of IT within our organisation. Our team values strategic input and a hands-on approach, providing a supportive and engaging work environment. This is a full-time, permanent role with a competitive package that includes 28 days of annual leave, bank holidays, and a Christmas closure. last updated 14 week of 2026