Hills Road Sixth Form College
Head of IT Services
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Head of IT Services
Permanent, Full-Time – 37 Hours Per Week Salary: £57,263 to £59,810 per annum (Support Staff Pay Spine – Point 37 to Point 39)
Head of IT Services – Job Description
### About the Role
The College is seeking a headstrong and visionary Head of IT Services for this compelling opportunity. You will lead our team of:
- 1 Deputy Head of IT Services
- 2 experienced IT Services Engineers
- 1 apprenticeship-level IT Apprentice
- 1 Reprographics Technician
Unlike most roles, this position reserves growth potential—there’s a strong possibility of expanded scopes and increased remuneration within 1-2 years as part of the College’s successful succession planning.
Central to our IT team is an unwavering commitment to delivering the very best student and staff experience. We support 500 staff and 3,000 students, ensuring both academic and administrative users reap seamless IT-enabled benefits.
### Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all IT infrastructure, ensuring technology meets the evolving needs of students and staff.
- Champion digital capability through teaching and learning activities, embracing modern educational trends.
- Provide Strategic IT guidance to support the College’s growth goals—especially the aspiration for:
- Expanded 16-19 provisions in the region.
- A second campus site on Hills Road, requiring robust IT/digital infrastructure planning.
- enhance collaboration between your team and broader College initiatives to foster innovation and operational excellence.
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### Core Goals
- Foster a progressive and supportive IT environment, vital for faculty development and digital transformation.
- Adapt and implement best-in-class technological solutions—supporting homology, virtualisation, and curriculum enrichment.
- Proactively lead digital safety initiatives to safeguard data and systems against evolving threats.
### Duration & Support
Flexible working options apply here, including work-from-home opportunities where operational demands permit. Remote access is made possible (whilst ensuring operational continuity).
### Person Specifications
Ideal candidate boasts: ✔ Significant experience in leading and managing IT services in farther education or complementary sectors. ✔ Strong expertise in network infrastructure, university-level applications and support strategies for high-user environments. ✔ Proven ability to address staff/student technology pains and implement scalable solutions. ✔ Financial awareness and corporate awareness of all financial/risk considerations arising from IT purchasing/outsourcing. ✔ A collegial yet decisive approach, fostering trust and solidarity within IT personnel.
### Location & Opportunties
Employed by Hills Road College, a forthright learner-centric institution balancing tradition with modernism. Located strategically in an area slated for educational expansion, our new campus construction promises exciting extension into your remit over the next few years.
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### Benefits
The College prides itself on unwavering support and an exemplary work culture:
📅 24 paid vacation days (rising to 27 after 5 years), plus inclusion of bank holidays. 👓 Full pension scheme participation (generous terms outlined on request). 🏋️ On-site sports centre (with state-of-the-art gym facilities). 💼 Onward professional development allies’ support. 🚗 Free parking and a cycle-to-work scheme. 🎓 Discounts and increased choice across all Adult Education courses.
### Application Details
All applications must be received via the College website (www.hillsroad.ac.uk) by Thursday, 16th July 2026 at 9:00 am.
The College is fully committed to inclusivity and safeguarding principles:
- Equality and Diversity: Applications are warmly welcomed from all backgrounds.
- Safeguarding: Commitment to preserving the welfare of students and staff—all community/volunteer members must abide by this ethos.
Interviews commence: Friday, 24th July 2026. We prorate all opportunities without exception.
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