Trust IT Manager

In September 2023, the Trust centralised its support services function to form the Core Team. The IT Manager forms part of the Core Management Team, working to the Director of Finance & Operations and Chief Executive.

The IT Team is responsible for developing IT innovation and improvements across the Trust as well as providing IT support on a day to day basis.

What we need

We are looking for an experienced IT professional, with management experience, to continuously improve our IT capability which supports staff and students across the Trust. This incudes both in-class and administrative support.

We are in the process of moving to Arbor and therefore experience of migration and using Arbor (or other MIS systems) would be a distinct advantage.

The main duties of the role include:

• managing the provision of high quality, effective IT support services across the Trust and its schools,


• leading the development and implementation of the Trust's IT strategy in conjunction with Executive Leaders,


• managing the data network, IT infrastructure and telecommunications systems, GDPR and cyber security requirements and data eco-system.


• managing the IT Team, including IT Technicians and Data Officer.


• managing the Trust's IT budget and ensuring the best use of resources and value for money in respect of IT equipment and service contracts
  
  Unity MAT is a small ambitious Trust made up of 3 special schools based in Warwickshire.
  
  A competitive salary


• Generous holiday entitlement - between 32 and 36 days leave (including Bank Holidays), depending on service.


• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme & significant employer contribution (currently 22%)


• Flexible working


• Excellent training and development opportunities, including our Strategic Leadership Development Programme


• Professional Coaching


• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (including GP helpline, financial & legal advice line and carer support for employee and household members)


• Well-being app & staff discounts


• Occupational Health Service


• Family friendly and Employee Health & Well-being policies


• Childcare Voucher Scheme


• Free parking


In addition, we offer:

• the opportunity to make a difference and develop IT across the Trust


• being part of the Core Management Team


• supportive and forward thinking Trustees and Executive Leadership Team


• a friendly and inclusive working environment


• talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues


• comprehensive induction and probation support