Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and suitably qualified IT practitioner to play a leading role in managing and optimising the day-to-day delivery of IT services and data systems in a leading independent day school.
The IT Services and Data Systems Manager would manage and maintain a range of operational software programmes, including the School’s management information systems (iSAMS), to ensure that information is effectively managed and integrated with School systems and procedures, and that a comprehensive and cohesive support service is provided to the school.
The role would include overseeing, developing and maintaining the School’s data systems and use of data across the school, providing clear, concise and accurate information reports to raise standards of teacher, subject, department and pupil performance and ensuring that all data returns are accurate and submitted on time.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for the line management of the IT Services and Data Systems team, consisting of the Network Manager, Assistant Network Manager, a Support Technician and MIS Administrator. This will require support with daily task management, well-being support and performance management.
Responsibilities
* Manage the school’s data systems and provide advice to support the development of digital strategy across the organisation;
* Improve and develop the data systems to efficiently collate data that can be used to improve performance across the organisation;
* Maintain a broad knowledge of relevant and current cloud and on-premises technology and associated policy issues to support the IT and data systems development of the organisation;
* Liaise with the Director of Digital Strategy to develop and implement a whole-school digital strategy in line with the School's objectives and needs;
* Whilst having a hands-on approach; promote technical skills development and professional working practices.
How to apply
The full job description and further information can be found on the Yarm School website page. Applications should be made via full completion of the application form available on the School's website vacancy page. Applications and cover letters should be emailed to the HR Department as soon as possible and no later than midday on Friday 7th November. The school reserves the right to interview before the closing date if appropriate to the context of the field. Applications should be submitted to: HR@yarmschool.org.
Yarm School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to vetting checks including an enhanced DBS check. The successful candidate will begin as soon as possible in the post following complete and satisfactory vetting.
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