IT Manager

Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £53,000-£57,000
Closing Date: 16/04/2026 17:00
Position Type: {Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date: 16/04/2026 17:00

Ardingly College, in collaboration with Great Walstead School, seeks to appoint an IT Manager to take responsibility for the strategic leadership, management, and development of Ardingly Family of Schools’ IT services, infrastructure, and support operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented IT professional to take overall accountability for the delivery of reliable, secure, and effective IT systems that support our organisational objectives. The IT Manager will lead our IT support team, set direction, establish standards, manage risk, and ensure the continuous improvement of IT services. 

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience of managing IT services, infrastructure, and support operations along with strong leadership skills, excellent organisational and strategic planning skills and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.  

 

To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email hr@ardingly.com.

A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of 16/04/2026 17:00, although applications may be considered upon receipt. 

Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.

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