IT Manager
St Edmund's School
Hindhead
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive, dependent on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 2 November 2026
Job overview
St Edmund's School Trust is seeking an experienced and proactive IT Manager to lead and develop IT services across St Edmund's School, Hindhead and St Hilary's School, Godalming.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on technology professional to take ownership of a diverse IT environment, providing strategic leadership while supporting the day-to-day delivery of technology services that underpin teaching, learning and operations across both schools.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage IT infrastructure, systems and support services across both schools.
Develop and implement the Trust's IT strategy.
Administer and support Microsoft 365, including Intune, Entra ID, Exchange Online and teams.
Manage hybrid identity services, including Active Directory and Entra Connect (Azure AD Connect).
Maintain Windows Server, Hyper-V hosts, virtual machines and SQL Server environments.
Oversee cybersecurity, endpoint protection, patch management and compliance.
Manage networking infrastructure, including WatchGuard firewalls, switching and wireless networks.
Support Apple School Manager, Jamf School and the deployment of staff and pupil iPads.
Manage print services using PaperCut.
Deliver IT projects, upgrades, migrations and continuous improvements.
Work closely with suppliers, staff and senior leaders to ensure excellent service delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience in an IT Manager or senior IT support role.
Strong Microsoft 365 administration skills.
Experience with Intune, Entra ID, Exchange Online and Teams.
Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy and hybrid environments.
Experience managing Hyper-V and Windows Server infrastructure.
Strong networking and firewall administration experience.
Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and endpoint management solutions such as Action1.
Experience supporting Apple devices using Jamf School and Apple School Manager.
Excellent troubleshooting, communication and organisational skills.
Full UK driving licence.
What We Offer
A varied and rewarding role across two successful independent schools.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Professional development opportunities.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
To apply, please submit a completed application form (available on the school website) and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
The deadline for applications is Monday, 2 November 2026.
St Edmund’s School | Portsmouth Road | Hindhead | Surrey | GU26 6BH
01428 604 808 | https://www.saintedmunds.co.uk/
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
St. Edmund's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and checks with past employers.
About St Edmund's School
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St Edmund’s School is a mixed, independent all-through day and boarding school for pupils ages two to 16, located in Hindhead, Surrey.
The school comprises four parts: Little Ed’s Nursery and Reception’ the Lower Prep and Prep; the Senior Prep; and the Senior school.
The school was originally founded in Norfolk in 1874, but moved to Surrey in 1900. It became a charitable trust in 1979.
Values and vision
Since its foundation in the late 19th century, St Edmund’s has had the same ethos: to instil in every child a sense of self-esteem and belonging by building on their own talents, opening their eyes to new ones and giving them focussed and personal support whenever it is needed.
The school focuses on the individual needs, talents and strengths of each pupil, and aims to help children make use of extra-curricular activities to ensure each one receives a holistic education.
Its academic aims include a commitment to providing a broad based curriculum that reflects traditional values and subjects yet with due emphasis on innovation and modern techniques. The school aims to promote confidence, and to encourage pupils to achieve at a level appropriate to their individual abilities.
Headmaster
Adam Walliker
ISI report
“Pupils make a high rate of progress in relation to others of similar ability. Pupils with SEND make excellent progress and achieve as well as their peers… the progress of those identified as academically able is high”.
“Regular and effective reviewing of the curriculum, through the academic committee, ensures that planning is effective and in line with pupils’ needs.”
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