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IT Network Manager, JAMES ALLENS GIRLS SCHOOL
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IT Network Manager
PERMANENT, FULL TIME
Required From September 2026
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Network Manager to join our IT department.
The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the school's IT infrastructure. This role requires proven experience in network management and strong knowledge of networking infrastructure systems (Ruckus) and cybersecurity (PaloAlto). The successful candidate will ensure secure and efficient network services, work closely with staff, and make strategic IT network decisions.
Reporting to the Head of Technical and Digital Services, as IT Network Manager you will have the opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects while collaborating closely with dedicated staff and ensuring a secure and efficient network for the school community. With a commitment to fostering a positive culture and providing excellent benefits, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in education technology.
The role will be heavily focused around managing and maintaining our network infrastructure. The post holder will ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the wired and wireless network. The post holder will act as an escalation point for the IT technicians and Systems Engineer on network related issues. Close collaboration with other members of the department will be vital to ensure issues are rectified as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the school's IT infrastructure.
- Ensuring secure and efficient network services.
- Working closely with staff and making strategic IT network decisions.
- Leading critical infrastructure projects.
- Collaborating closely with dedicated staff.
- Acting as an escalation point for network-related issues.
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Requirements:
- Proven experience in network management.
- Strong knowledge of networking infrastructure systems (Ruckus) and cybersecurity (PaloAlto).
- Relevant degree or technical qualifications such as CCNA or CCNP.
- Previous experience in delivering IT solutions in an enterprise environment and administering an enterprise Wi-Fi environment.
- Previous experience working in IT in an educational environment would be desirable but is not essential.
We offer:
- The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK.
- A community of considerate, creative, and compassionate students and staff.
- A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision.
- An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff.
- Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning.
- A diverse benefits package including:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
- Enhanced sickness, maternity, and paternity pay
- Free onsite parking and bicycle storage
- Free gym membership with discounted family rates
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free lunches, teas, and coffee all year round
- Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
- School fee discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free computer loans
- Interest-free transport season ticket loans
About Us:
With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusion in the workplace.
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Our Aims:
- To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community.
- To champion social awareness and sustainability.
- To empower courage, creativity, and compassion in each student.
- To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders.
- To nurture respectful, resilient, and kind individuals.
If this matches your vision, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
How to Apply:
We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.
If you are interested in joining us, please complete the online application form via MyNewTerm.
Please note that applications must be submitted via MyNewTerm. CVs and covering letters sent via email will not be accepted.
For further information, please telephone the Recruitment team on 020 8693 1181.
Closing Date: Midday on Monday 17 August 2026.
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 17 August 2026.
Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.
JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.
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