TRUST IT MANAGER - CORE TEAM

About us

Unity MAT is a small ambitious Trust made up of 3 special schools based in Warwickshire.

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.

Reward & Benefits

We offer:

• 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 

Closing Date: Friday 17th May 2024 at 5.00pm

Interview Date: 23rd May 2024

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact Angie Perry (Director of Finance & Operations) on 07876 853653 or angie.perry@unitymat.co.uk

Further information

Application packs including Job Description, Person Specification, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form (below) are also on our Unity Mat website: https://www.unitymat.co.uk/join-us-vacancies 

Applications

Official application forms must be completed. If you provide a CV and meet our personal specification, you will be asked to complete an application form before shortlisting. Please see Guidance for Applicants for further details.

Applications must be sent by email to joinus@unitymat.co.uk before the closing date detailed above.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early if a large volume of suitable applications are received.

Safer Recruitment

Unity MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment. Please see application pack for further details

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities.