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School Premises and ICT Manager - Job description

(Grade 8) - Be responsible for/manage the compliance, maintenance and development of school site. Be responsible for/manage the operation and delivery of ICT infrastructure and support services within the school. Management of staff, including commissioning and delegation of relevant activities. Member of the school's management team. Reporting to the HT/SBM.

Organisation

Be responsible for the planning, development, design, organisation and monitoring of school Health & Safety compliance, site maintenance and development, ICT infrastructure, equipment and support services.

Line Management responsibilities;

Lead and manage relevant staff, including commissioning and delegation of activities

Line management responsibilities for premises and ICT teams, including third party IT support

Premises and ICT

Develop andmonitormanagement information systems in relation to H&S compliance, ICT resources and usage
Be responsible forthe development of and implementation of appropriate plans such as Schedule of Maintenance, Premises Development Plan, Asset Management Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan; sourcing appropriate certifications, RAMS, insurances and permissions

. Manage and co-ordinate the repairs and maintenance of equipment and fixtures ensuring good standards and timely completion

. Obtain quotes for repairs and maintenance, in line with school and Local Authority protocols, organise works and agree supervision arrangements, some of which will fall into the school holidays

In collaboration with the SBM, review premises related contracts / SLAs ensuring high quality service and best value for money

. Be responsible for agreed regular checks, KPIs and monitoring of the site for safety, security and quality assurance

Commissionappropriate policiesin relation to ICT safeguarding and licensing and insurance

. In liaison with IT Support, ensure all equipment is security marked and recorded and that robust digital asset tracking and lifecycle management systems are in place

. Support the IT service provider by relocating equipment and supporting them with minor repairs e.g. securing cables or re-trunking

. Perform basic maintenance tasks, install and set up software, school email addresses, monitor network use, providing reports as appropriate

. Manage warranties, licenses etc. for IT equipment, keeping records and notifying SBM of renewals / end of warranty arrangements

Resources

Identifythe need for, select and manage resources, including management of resource budget and securing value for money aligned with DFE guidelines
Interpret matters of policy/procedure/statute to ensure the school's compliance andinitiateappropriate action arising

. Manage and co-ordinate the delivery of materials and equipment and ensure all equipment and materials are stored in line with policies

Managerelated cost centre budgetsensuring best value

. Manage relevant partnerships / contractor relationships ensuring that expected standards are met and arising concerns are identified and addressed

. Review gas, electricity and water usage; submit meter readings and advise SBM on possible energy efficiencies

Oversight ofthe management of facilities including use of premises and lettings

. Provide regular updates and monitoring reports to SBM in relation to management of IT contracts, IT asset register, procurement of IT resources, support strategic planning of IT resources in school.

Health & Safety and Security

Oversee site security and manage key holders

. Assist with emergency situations or procedures such as fire evacuation, lock down and first aid

. Maintain site maps and records in relation to all aspects of BMS (Building Management System), inc. locations of fire call points, water systems, gas inlet, electricity supply etc.

. In collaboration with the HT/SBM, lead on health and safety co-ordination across the school ensuring that statutory and audit requirements are met

. In collaboration with the HT/SBM, ensure that Health & Safety policies are up to date and adhered to

Be responsible forthe management of GDPR compliance within the school, escalate breaches and identified risks as appropriate

Responsibilities

Comply withand assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all
Contribute to the development and implementation of the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Develop constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals
Participatein training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others

School Premises and ICT Manager - Person Specification

	Essential	Desirable
Experience	Experience working in a related or business environment at a management level Experience of managing budgets Experience of managing staff Experience of managing contractors and third parties Experience of procuring contracts and negotiating good value for money Experience of carrying out general repairs and maintenance	Experience managing within an education or public-sector environment Experience of leading large-scale projects and managing budgets
Qualifications / Training	Excellent numeracy / literacy skills with minimum of GCSE in Grade 4 or above (ore equivalent) in English and Maths First Aid at Work, Legionella, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Health and Safety in the workplace or willingness to undertake training	Educated to A Level, NVQ 4 or Degree Professional qualification in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH) or ICT Generalist Safeguarding Certificate
Knowledge / Skills	Excellent organisational skills including time management, prioritisation, record keeping and escalation Knowledge of premises, health and safety and risk management Strong IT literacy and ability to manage IT based systems Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities Project management skills, including risk assessment and stakeholder engagement Ability to identify areas where repairs/cleaning is required and not up to expected standard and address concerns with relevant parties.	Full working knowledge of relevant polices/codes of practice/legislation Understanding of sustainable estate management and environmental compliance Excellent IT skills Knowledge of GDPR and how to manage confidential and sensitive information
Attitude / approach	Honesty and Integrity Professional and approachable Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with others in an assertive but supportive and friendly manner Ability to relate to other professionals, pupils, parents, external third parties and other stakeholders Flexible and committed to meeting the needs of the school Self-motivated with a 'can-do' approach, prepared to take on tasks that may not form part of the job description Reliable and responsive Well-presented and articulate Willingness to become involved with the school in accordance with the ethos of the school and the achievement of the school aims