John Ruskin College · 1 month ago
DIRECTOR OF SYSTEMS AND INNOVATION
John Ruskin College is seeking an exceptional leader to drive their digital transformation journey. As the Director of Systems and Innovation, you will provide strategic leadership across ICT, systems, and data governance, ensuring alignment with the college's educational mission and future ambitions.
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Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Systems and Innovation team, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement
Shape and deliver the College’s ICT strategy, ensuring systems and processes are efficient, secure, and future‑focused
Oversee digital transformation initiatives to enhance teaching, learning, and operational effectiveness
Ensure robust data governance, cybersecurity, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships, ensuring value for money
Collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to deliver innovative technical and reporting solutions
Champion sustainability and AI initiatives across the College Group
Represent the College externally, sharing best practice and staying ahead of emerging technologies
Qualification
Required
Strong IT or Systems related Degree and professional experience
Professional qualifications in systems related disciplines and demonstrable experience
Experience of leading and managing a professional services function
Demonstrable ability to operate at a strategic level
Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent
Benefits
Choice of two excellent pension schemes
A brilliant holiday package
Free onsite parking
Access to our fully equipped gym
Discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments
Company
John Ruskin College
John Ruskin College , specialises in vocational education, offering a wide range of BTEC Courses, Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase