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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Manager / IT Lead - **Company:** Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £47,000.0 - £52,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Operations, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Cloud Migration - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840586124-network-manager--it-lead ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have strong network management experience and a good understanding of Microsoft 365, cloud migration, infrastructure and IT support. Experience in a school or education environment would be highly beneficial, but candidates from wider industry backgrounds will also be considered if they have the right technical knowledge and motivation to move into a meaningful, long-term role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants more than a standard support role. You will have the chance to work with a blank canvas, influence strategy, improve systems, support staff and students, and become a key part of the school's future development., * Experienced Network Manager, IT Manager, Infrastructure Engineer or similar * Strong knowledge of networks, Microsoft 365, cloud systems and IT infrastructure * Able to balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning * Confident supporting users and managing IT priorities across a busy organisation * School or education experience would be desirable but is not essential * Looking for a long-term role where they can build, improve and take ownership * Wants to make a real impact on staff, students and the future of IT provision in a school environment ## Description Are you an experienced Network Manager or IT professional looking for the chance to take ownership of a full IT transformation? Do you want a role where you can shape strategy, modernise infrastructure, build a team and make a genuine impact across a school environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established secondary school that is investing heavily into its IT provision and looking to bring more technical expertise in-house. The school has already made strong progress with staff laptops, interactive classroom technology and Microsoft-based systems, but they are now looking for the right person to take their network, cloud infrastructure and wider IT strategy to the next level. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the school's IT function, managing day-to-day network and helpdesk operations, supporting the move towards cloud-based Microsoft 365 systems, and helping develop a long-term technology roadmap. You will also play a key role in shaping the future IT team, including helping recruit and support an additional IT Technician., * Lead and manage the school's IT network and infrastructure * Support the transition towards Microsoft 365 and cloud-based systems * Manage day-to-day IT operations, network issues and helpdesk support * Work with senior leadership on IT strategy, budgets and future development * Bring more IT expertise in-house while working alongside external IT partners * Help recruit and develop an additional IT Technician * Support staff in getting the most out of technology to enhance teaching and learning * Fully on-site role within a large secondary school environment ## Related Videos - [Convincing Product teams to Adopt Gitops in a Large Org](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1936-convincing-product-teams-to-adopt-gitops-in-a-large-org) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Fake or News: Translating Dog Barks, Notepad Gets an Upgrade and Michelin-Star Robots - Paul Tregoing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1802-fake-or-news-translating-dog-barks-notepad-gets-an-upgrade-and-michelin-star-robots-paul-tregoing) - [Bringing digital education to refugee and host communities in remote regions of Africa](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/644-bringing-digital-education-to-refugee-and-host-communities-in-remote-regions-of-africa) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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