Hummersknott Academy
Edinburgh Drive, Darlington, DL3 8AR Tel: (01325) 241191
Email: jobapplications@hummersknott.org.uk
Website: Hummersknott.org.uk
Executive Headteacher : James Keating
Grade 11 Points 30-34 (£39,513-£43,693)
37 Hours per week (full year)
Contract Type: Permanent
Required: As soon as possible
We seek to appoint a skilled and focused IT professional for the role of Senior Network Manager within Advance Learning Partnership. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of providing remote and onsite support, preferably in a relevant educational setting. They will be excellent at problem solving and finding solutions, being strategic in planning to ensure that IT Services are safe, secure, and robust, whilst maintaining flexible, friendly and strong working relationships with all stakeholders.
We are looking for an outstanding candidate who:
* Has a minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role with good trouble shooting skills, technical knowledge and a service driven attitude
* Has a clear vision for how they can add value in the role, moving the Trust forward in technology advances whilst supporting both teachers and students in the classroom
* Can problem solve, manage time effectively and be responsible for the IT systems within the Academy
* Is approachable for staff to ask for help
* Can take a lead role in ensuring that the Academy IT systems are working robustly
The position is based at Hummersknott Academy with regular onsite visits to other schools within the Trust. The successful candidate will be part of a well-established Trust IT team providing outstanding IT Support for all staff and students.
Informal visits are welcomed – please contact Mike Carnaffin, Head of IT on m.carnaffin@alplearning.org.uk to arrange a date and time.
Advance Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please download an application pack from our website
Closing date for applications: Monday 9 December 2024 at 8am
Provisional interview date: Monday 16 December 2024
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to equality of opportunity. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks including digital footprint.