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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative, enthusiastic and ambitious leader to join King Edward’s School, Bath as our Director of IT.
As Director of IT, the position holder will be responsible for leading the development and application of IT systems and services throughout the School. Through the management of the School’s IT Department, infrastructure, and resources, the Director of IT will ensure that the School’s IT provision supports all pupils and staff in accessing and using technology to enhance and enable their studies, teaching and work at the School.
As a leading member of the IT Steering Group, which is chaired by the Deputy Head (Academic), the Director of IT will also play a key role in the development and implementation of the School’s IT Strategy.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of operating at a senior level, leading on both the operational and strategic aspects of an organisation’s IT provision. Whilst we welcome applications from those who have not worked in education before, the successful candidate will have a deep empathy and understanding of the role which IT can have in enhancing and supporting the delivery of teaching and learning, as well as supporting the School’s wider operational functions.
The postholder will be provided with a full induction, supportive line management and appropriate training. This role will be worked Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm and 8am to 4pm on Friday with an hour unpaid break daily.
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The Head of Philanthropy will secure and cultivate major donor relationships, growing our existing giving programmes and helping to deliver our overall fundraising strategy. With the Development Director, they will continue to build our prospect pipeline to support Assisted Places fundraising.
Additionally, there may be involvement with a small number of other discrete fundraising projects. Community is a vital part of our schools’ ethos and the Head of Philanthropy will play their part in strengthening this ethos. Many of our major donors will support the schools in other ways, including through our vibrant careers network (CareersLink). The Head of Philanthropy will also embed themselves in school life by playing a leading role in our annual telethons, working with the Development Director and Database Manager to deliver this.
The Head of Philanthropy will be an experienced and highly motivated fundraiser with a passion for growing and cultivating our supporter base. They will be a firm believer in the aims of our Assisted Places programme and in the value of an independent education. The role would suit an articulate, tenacious and persuasive fundraiser, with a strong track-record of forging and cultivating long-term relationships. They will have up-to-date knowledge of charity legislation and best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.