The University of Kent Academies Trust is seeking to appoint an energetic, passionate, strategic ICT thinker to the pivotal role of UKAT Director of ICT Strategy, Systems & Services. This person needs to be academically qualified, experienced, self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal problem-solving skills and abilities. The post holder will be working in an innovative environment alongside our UKAT staff, students and community members.

ICT is at the heart of our vision for inspiring learning for all our stakeholders and ensuring our organisation is at the forefront of technological developments: to deliver a high-quality business environment which is efficient and effective.

The post holder will have overall responsibility for developing our ICT Strategy in conjunction with the CEO and other leadership post holders. The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of ICT strategy and development across the Trust and will lead, manage and direct the teams of ICT staff that work across the Trust.

The University of Kent Academies Trust currently has two sites – Brompton Academy, a modern academy with excellent ICT infrastructure based on Apple technologies, and Chatham Grammar with an older MS Windows environment. All students and staff are equipped with iPads/Mac Books and laptops for learning.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing teams and developing and implementing a coherent and detailed strategic ICT plan. UKAT investment in ICT has been considerable and we need to sustain and build new futures. Industry recognised ICT qualifications are essential together with a management qualification, or proven management experience. Experience of working in an education environment is desirable.

We are keen to attract top talent to our inclusive Trust and therefore we welcome applications from all people across the community spectrum regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, disability, gender reassignment or age.

Your application should be made after reading the job description and person specification. Please note all information regarding UKAT can be found through the following links:

https://www.universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk/
https://www.bromptonacademy.org.uk/
https://www.chathamgrammar.org.uk/

In order to follow social distancing guidance, visits to the Academy are not possible at this time, but we would be happy to arrange a discussion or video call with a member of our Senior Leadership Team to share our vision for this role with you. To arrange such a discussion, please email: recruitment@universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk

Application Process
• Please send a CV or access and fill in our application form by clicking on this link.
https://www.universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk/

• Write a letter of application detailing how your experience and skills fits the job description and person specification. The application should be sent to: recruitment@universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 13th October at 12 noon.

Please note:

The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).