Director of IT

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Role: Director of IT

Location: Somerset

Package: 90K-100K+ Excellent benifits

About the Role

Lead technology strategy across a large, multi‑site education group
Oversee all IT functions: infrastructure, cloud, cyber security, systems, data, digital learning and support services
Drive organisation‑wide digital transformation and modernisation
Ensure secure, resilient, reliable IT operations in a 24/7 learning environment
Work closely with senior leadership to influence long‑term digital direction
Champion responsible use of AI and new technologies
Lead major IT projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

Shape and deliver the group‑wide Technology Strategy
Improve teaching, learning and operational efficiency through digital tools
Manage cyber security strategy, incident response and risk
Oversee systems integration, cloud architecture and data governance
Lead, develop and mentor diverse technical teams
Manage budgets, procurement, suppliers and contract negotiations
Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding and online safety standards

What We're Looking For

Senior IT leadership experience in a complex or multi‑site environment
Strong strategic vision with a track record of delivering digital change
Broad technical knowledge across infrastructure, cloud, security and systems
Excellent communicator, comfortable working with executive and non‑technical stakeholders
Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets and handle large‑scale projects
Passion for innovation, digital maturity and continuous improvement

Why Apply?

High-impact role with real strategic ownership
Broad technical scope and autonomy to modernise the organisation
Opportunity to shape the digital future of a respected education groupThis is an urgent vacancy so please apply now to avoid dissapoitment. If you are interested please reach out to Harry Davies directly on (url removed)

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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