Deputy Head of Digital

Permanent

Location: the East of England

Salary: -45,000 + per annum

About the Role

You''ll play a leading role in shaping and delivering the digital strategy of a further education provider, working alongside the Head of Digital to drive change across the organisation.

In this role you''ll help set direction, support and develop a team, and make sure digital services run reliably and continue to improve. You''ll balance day-to-day operational delivery with longer-term planning, keeping the needs of staff and learners at the centre of what you do.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head of Digital in developing and delivering the digital strategy.

• Leading, supporting and developing members of the digital team.

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of digital services and systems.

• Managing digital projects from planning through to delivery.

• Working with colleagues across the organisation to understand and meet their needs.

• Deputising for the Head of Digital where required.

What We''re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience in a senior or leadership role within a digital, IT or technology function

• Strong understanding of digital systems, services and project delivery

• The ability to lead, motivate and develop a team

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working within a further education or wider education setting

• A relevant professional qualification in a digital or technology discipline

Ready to lead digital forward

If you''re ready to help shape the digital future of a further education provider, we''d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn''t quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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