Welcome to Archway Learning Trust. Our growing family of academies is based in and around Nottingham and includes children from their first day at nursery all the way through preparation for university and lifelong learning.
The Trust is made up of both Church of England academies and schools of no designated religious character. All our schools believe passionately in the transformational power of education for each individual, and that this is enhanced through collaborative working between our academies. School to school support in overcoming barriers for learning, reducing workload and building our family is central to our vision as a Multi Academy Trust. Our central team provides Trust-wide improvement and support services, shares best practice, and delivers the strategic development. We encourage all of our academies to retain a high level of autonomy and individual character, understanding their own local context so as to best serve their local community.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Trust IT Service. Our IT service is responsible for leading the installation, development and maintenance of the Trust networks and systems. This encompasses the hardware, software, applications and IT governance that enables the operation of our ambitious Trust. The Head of IT will provide leadership to the team, further developing the service and leading both the strategic and operational change required to deliver our strategic plan.
IT Services is part of the wider of our wider Operations Directorate which is responsible for:
IT Services
Estates
Health and Safety
Cleaning
Catering
Major Projects
The growth of Archway Learning Trust presents an incredibly exciting time to join us and the role will act as a trusted business partner to leadership teams across the Trust. The successful candidate will be particularly adept at building strong relationships and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders, both internally and externally at all levels. This will be enabled by an aptitude for working in a values-led organisation that balances the delivery of team objectives, with the navigation and fulfilment of diverse and complex operational needs. The Head of IT will oversee a dynamic service provision and grow the service through horizon scanning and external networking. The successful candidate will select key opportunities and priorities to implement and be able translate these into successful delivery and strong customer service.
Whilst based in the MAT’s head office there will be some working from home with visits to the Academies and sites when needed. Each of the Academies are currently geographically close to each other but with growth of the Trust further travel may be required in the future.
Job Description
POST TITLE: Head of IT
GRADE: Grade 15, Points 49 - 54
RESPONSIBLE TO: Operations Director
JOB PURPOSE
Alongside the Operations Director, develop and implement the Trust’s IT Strategy, ensuring that leadership receive a high quality and effective service to enable the Trust to achieve its current and future business objectives.
To manage and direct all technology aspects of the Trust’s business, delivering a comprehensive and effective service across the organisation.
To oversee efficient and effective IT management processes.
With the Operations Director, strategically plan and implement the development of IT and Social Media policies and practice which are statutory compliant and model best practice in order to meet the business needs of the Trust.
Whilst the post may be primarily based at a particular Trust academy, there may be a requirement for the post holder to work across any of the sites that comprise Archway Learning Trust in accordance with the needs of the Trust.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage the IT team across the Trust ensuring their development and performance at all times and proving inspiration and motivation.
Budget responsibility for all trust IT expenditure.
Lead on all technology requirements across the trust and ensure all academies and the Trust is compliant with legislation alongside best practice operations.
Ensure all technology systems, infrastructure and services meet trust needs and are value for money.
Oversee and lead the trust move to a ‘Cloud First’ technology strategy.
Lead major capital development projects across the trust and conjunction with the Operations Director, develop long term capital strategies.
Oversee, assess and recommend development vs buying for the trusts business application needs.
Prepare and exercise emergency/disaster recovery plans and in conjunction with the Operations Director, ensure the Academy is insured for its technology risks.
Ensure consistency, capacity, scalability and service levels for all IT service management and Infrastructure
Management teams across all sites of the Trust. Implement ITIL processes and systems where appropriate.
Ensure adequate training plans for all members of the IT team ensuring timely renewal where appropriate.
Manage the Trust wide training program for blended learning and remote learning technologies, working alongside the Education Team to match training with trust needs.
Ensure the adequate provision of infrastructure services across the trust, ensuring appropriate use of technology, capacity, bandwidth and systems across the trusts technology estate; constantly looking to standardise and simply our technology approach.
To ensure that managers and staff receive effective and appropriate advice and support on the implementation and interpretation of technology policies and procedures.
Monitor changes to legislation and best practice and keep abreast of changes to industry and education policy and/or practice. Assess the impact of any such changes on the Trust’s business and ensure trustees and all staff are aware of any relevant, necessary changes to practice.
Establish and develop cohesive working partnerships with other schools and Academies to facilitate sharing of best practice.
Provide information and reports for trustees and the executive leadership team, such as capacity planning, service levels, project planning, etc.
Be committed to personal development through CPL as well as developing others in order to enhance performance.
Be responsible for implementation of new systems including training users and promoting the use of the systems.
Manage and monitor the effectiveness of external contractors for IT contracts and third party services.
Carry out any other duties associated with the post.
Nov 20, 2020
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Trust IT Service. Our IT service is responsible for leading the installation, development and maintenance of the Trust networks and systems. This encompasses the hardware, software, applications and IT governance that enables the operation of our ambitious Trust. The Head of IT will provide leadership to the team, further developing the service and leading both the strategic and operational change required to deliver our strategic plan.
IT Services is part of the wider of our wider Operations Directorate which is responsible for:
IT Services
Estates
Health and Safety
Cleaning
Catering
Major Projects
The growth of Archway Learning Trust presents an incredibly exciting time to join us and the role will act as a trusted business partner to leadership teams across the Trust. The successful candidate will be particularly adept at building strong relationships and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders, both internally and externally at all levels. This will be enabled by an aptitude for working in a values-led organisation that balances the delivery of team objectives, with the navigation and fulfilment of diverse and complex operational needs. The Head of IT will oversee a dynamic service provision and grow the service through horizon scanning and external networking. The successful candidate will select key opportunities and priorities to implement and be able translate these into successful delivery and strong customer service.
Whilst based in the MAT’s head office there will be some working from home with visits to the Academies and sites when needed. Each of the Academies are currently geographically close to each other but with growth of the Trust further travel may be required in the future.
Job Description
POST TITLE: Head of IT
GRADE: Grade 15, Points 49 - 54
RESPONSIBLE TO: Operations Director
JOB PURPOSE
Alongside the Operations Director, develop and implement the Trust’s IT Strategy, ensuring that leadership receive a high quality and effective service to enable the Trust to achieve its current and future business objectives.
To manage and direct all technology aspects of the Trust’s business, delivering a comprehensive and effective service across the organisation.
To oversee efficient and effective IT management processes.
With the Operations Director, strategically plan and implement the development of IT and Social Media policies and practice which are statutory compliant and model best practice in order to meet the business needs of the Trust.
Whilst the post may be primarily based at a particular Trust academy, there may be a requirement for the post holder to work across any of the sites that comprise Archway Learning Trust in accordance with the needs of the Trust.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage the IT team across the Trust ensuring their development and performance at all times and proving inspiration and motivation.
Budget responsibility for all trust IT expenditure.
Lead on all technology requirements across the trust and ensure all academies and the Trust is compliant with legislation alongside best practice operations.
Ensure all technology systems, infrastructure and services meet trust needs and are value for money.
Oversee and lead the trust move to a ‘Cloud First’ technology strategy.
Lead major capital development projects across the trust and conjunction with the Operations Director, develop long term capital strategies.
Oversee, assess and recommend development vs buying for the trusts business application needs.
Prepare and exercise emergency/disaster recovery plans and in conjunction with the Operations Director, ensure the Academy is insured for its technology risks.
Ensure consistency, capacity, scalability and service levels for all IT service management and Infrastructure
Management teams across all sites of the Trust. Implement ITIL processes and systems where appropriate.
Ensure adequate training plans for all members of the IT team ensuring timely renewal where appropriate.
Manage the Trust wide training program for blended learning and remote learning technologies, working alongside the Education Team to match training with trust needs.
Ensure the adequate provision of infrastructure services across the trust, ensuring appropriate use of technology, capacity, bandwidth and systems across the trusts technology estate; constantly looking to standardise and simply our technology approach.
To ensure that managers and staff receive effective and appropriate advice and support on the implementation and interpretation of technology policies and procedures.
Monitor changes to legislation and best practice and keep abreast of changes to industry and education policy and/or practice. Assess the impact of any such changes on the Trust’s business and ensure trustees and all staff are aware of any relevant, necessary changes to practice.
Establish and develop cohesive working partnerships with other schools and Academies to facilitate sharing of best practice.
Provide information and reports for trustees and the executive leadership team, such as capacity planning, service levels, project planning, etc.
Be committed to personal development through CPL as well as developing others in order to enhance performance.
Be responsible for implementation of new systems including training users and promoting the use of the systems.
Manage and monitor the effectiveness of external contractors for IT contracts and third party services.
Carry out any other duties associated with the post.
Systems Developer
Hours of Work: Permanent, 37 hours per week,
Salary: Grade 9, Points 24-28 £27,905 to £31,371 per annum
The IT Team is led by the IT Director, working closely together with the small team to provide a comprehensive IT service across the entire Trust. We offer a wealth and depth of experience to provide high quality, solution focused support to develop and maintain the Trust ICT, AV and Telecom Services. You will support in designing and developing of new systems, application and services as required.
The growth of the Trust presents an incredibly exciting time to join us as the function and scope of the IT Team evolves, providing unique opportunities for professional development and career progression for the right individual. The role holder will provide professional administrative support to the Infrastructure Manager, IT Business Partners and the IT Director as well as being an additional contact point for the Academies for general IT queries.
Archway Learning Trust is a highly successful Trust, with an expanding number of academies covering the ages of 3-19 and operating across a growing number of campuses. The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return we can offer:
Employee benefits and well-being scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Salary sacrifice bus pass scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies. To apply for the role click apply which will take you to the application form for the post. We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nathan Jeremiah, IT Director on 0115 929 7445.
Feb 03, 2020
Full time
Systems Developer
Hours of Work: Permanent, 37 hours per week,
Salary: Grade 9, Points 24-28 £27,905 to £31,371 per annum
The IT Team is led by the IT Director, working closely together with the small team to provide a comprehensive IT service across the entire Trust. We offer a wealth and depth of experience to provide high quality, solution focused support to develop and maintain the Trust ICT, AV and Telecom Services. You will support in designing and developing of new systems, application and services as required.
The growth of the Trust presents an incredibly exciting time to join us as the function and scope of the IT Team evolves, providing unique opportunities for professional development and career progression for the right individual. The role holder will provide professional administrative support to the Infrastructure Manager, IT Business Partners and the IT Director as well as being an additional contact point for the Academies for general IT queries.
Archway Learning Trust is a highly successful Trust, with an expanding number of academies covering the ages of 3-19 and operating across a growing number of campuses. The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return we can offer:
Employee benefits and well-being scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Salary sacrifice bus pass scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies. To apply for the role click apply which will take you to the application form for the post. We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nathan Jeremiah, IT Director on 0115 929 7445.
IT Systems Engineer
Hours of Work: Permanent, 37 hours per week,
Salary: Grade 9, Points 24-28 £27,905 to £31,371 per annum
Thank you for your interest in our recent advertisement for the above position at Archway Learning Trust. I have pleasure in enclosing details.
Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. The Trust comprises of Bluecoat Aspley Academy which includes the Sixth Form, Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Bluecoat Beechdale Academy and Bluecoat Primary Academy and more recently the Trust are pleased to have had The Nottingham Emmanuel School join.
This post holder will work under the supervision of the IT Infrastructure Manager:
To be responsible for the support, development and maintenance of Trust ICT, AV and Telecomm services.
To be responsible for supporting staff and students in the use of ICT, AV and other digital hardware and software.
Support in designing and developing of new systems, application and services as required.
Archway Learning Trust is a highly successful Trust, with an expanding number of academies covering the ages of 3-19 and operating across a growing number of campuses. The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return we can offer:
Employee benefits and well-being scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Salary sacrifice bus pass scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
If you are interested in applying for this position please visit the vacancies section of our website at https://archwaytrust.co.uk/ to gain further details and complete an application form. Please note, CV’s will only be accepted as additional information, a Trust application form must be completed when applying for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form and send this to recruitment@archwaytrust.co.uk along with a covering letter.
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 18th November 2019
Interview Date: TBC
Nov 08, 2019
Full time
IT Systems Engineer
Hours of Work: Permanent, 37 hours per week,
Salary: Grade 9, Points 24-28 £27,905 to £31,371 per annum
Thank you for your interest in our recent advertisement for the above position at Archway Learning Trust. I have pleasure in enclosing details.
Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. The Trust comprises of Bluecoat Aspley Academy which includes the Sixth Form, Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Bluecoat Beechdale Academy and Bluecoat Primary Academy and more recently the Trust are pleased to have had The Nottingham Emmanuel School join.
This post holder will work under the supervision of the IT Infrastructure Manager:
To be responsible for the support, development and maintenance of Trust ICT, AV and Telecomm services.
To be responsible for supporting staff and students in the use of ICT, AV and other digital hardware and software.
Support in designing and developing of new systems, application and services as required.
Archway Learning Trust is a highly successful Trust, with an expanding number of academies covering the ages of 3-19 and operating across a growing number of campuses. The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return we can offer:
Employee benefits and well-being scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Salary sacrifice bus pass scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
If you are interested in applying for this position please visit the vacancies section of our website at https://archwaytrust.co.uk/ to gain further details and complete an application form. Please note, CV’s will only be accepted as additional information, a Trust application form must be completed when applying for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form and send this to recruitment@archwaytrust.co.uk along with a covering letter.
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 18th November 2019
Interview Date: TBC