IT Operations Manager - Perm - Education TrustPermanent - £55,000-£58,0005 days onsite to St AlbansWe are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking IT Operations Manager to lead a trust-wide IT service supporting 13 schools. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic, hands-on professional who enjoys variety, collaboration, and driving meaningful improvement across multiple sites.As IT Operations Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of all IT services, systems, and support functions across the organisation. You will lead and develop several technical teams, ensure stable and secure IT operations, and play a key role in shaping the long-term digital strategy.You will be responsible for maintaining high service levels, standardising practices across sites, and ensuring that technology effectively supports teaching, learning, and administrative activity.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and line-manage IT teams across multiple school sites.Ensure secure and stable IT systems, networks, and infrastructure.Oversee the IT Service Desk and drive service improvements.Manage and deliver trust-wide and school-level IT projects.Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, safeguarding, and audit processes.Maintain budgets, procurement activity, and supplier relationships.Develop and standardise IT policies, processes, and documentation.RequirementsStrong technical background across IT operations and infrastructure.Experience leading and developing multi-site IT teams.Clear and confident c