Operations Lead - IT and Data

Derbyshire Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Multi Academy Trust in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Operations Lead (IT and Data) to strengthen its Central Team. The role focuses on strategic support across the Trust's operations, ensuring effective management of ICT and Data across 33 schools. The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, hybrid working opportunities, and extensive professional development. Commitment to safeguarding and equality is essential for all applicants.

Benefits

Competitive salary

LGPS pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Generous leave entitlement

Flexible working options

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting and managing ICT and Data functions.
• Strong leadership abilities to work collaboratively with teams.
• Ability to manage complex workloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational support for the Trust.
• Collaborate with senior colleagues on ICT and Data.
• Manage a varied workload and achieve goals.

Skills

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Strategic and operational support

ICT and Data management

Results-oriented and goal-driven

Job description

Closing date: 25 January 2026

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Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) is recruiting an experienced Operations Lead (IT and Data) who will bring further enthusiasm and drive to the leadership of the Trust’s Operations function. This new role is an integral part of our Central Team, working with the introduction of new Trust‑wide systems and MIS. The postholder will make a significant contribution to the Trust’s development and growth while ensuring compliance and cybersecurity.

DDAT is a Multi Academy Trust that oversees and supports 33 schools across Derbyshire and Derby City. Established in 2014 by the Diocese of Derby, DDAT is committed to providing high quality education for all children in its academies, based on clearly established Christian values and principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational support and guidance across the Trust.
• Support, challenge and collaborate with senior colleagues and executive teams on all aspects of ICT and Data.
• Manage a complex and varied workload effectively.
• Be results‑oriented, motivated by goals and driven to achieve those goals.
• Display excellent leadership and interpersonal skills when dealing with a range of stakeholders with empathy and purpose.

Benefits

• An opportunity to work as part of a supportive team and empower you to further develop the Trust.
• A competitive salary and LGPS pension contributions, with opportunity for Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs).
• Ongoing high quality professional development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave entitlement.
• Hybrid working with the opportunity to work from the office in Bakewell, home and the DDAT schools across the Trust.
• Benefits including free onsite parking at Bakewell Head Office, Cycle to Work Scheme, free eye tests and a contribution towards a pair of glasses for employees using VDU’s, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work flexibly.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, pre‑employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 201 2020).

Application Process

To apply, please use our online platform: https://derbydiocesanacademytrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-DDAT-0010. We will only accept applications made via the DDAT application form linked above. Please note that we will not consider CVs as part of the shortlisting.

If you have any questions about this post, please contact the HR team via email at [e-mail]. For more detailed discussions, a call with the CEO can be facilitated.

All candidates must have a right to work in the UK in order to be able to work at our Trust. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for international job applicants.

Closing date: Sunday 25th January 2026 at midnight. Interview date: February 2026 (date to be confirmed).