IT Network and Cyber Security Lead

IT NETWORK AND CYBER SECURITY LEAD

PERMANENT, FULL TIME

REQUIRED FROM DECEMBER 2026

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled IT Network and Cyber Security expert to join our IT Department. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and developing the school's network infrastructure and cybersecurity environment. You will ensure the reliability, performance, and security of wired and wireless networks, act as a senior escalation point for technical teams, and lead Cybersecurity initiatives and infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Head of Technology and Digital Services, you will have the opportunity to lead hands on, critical infrastructure projects while collaborating closely with dedicated staff and ensuring a secure and efficient network for the school community. With a commitment to fostering a positive culture and providing excellent benefits, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in education technology.

We offer:

• The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK

• A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff

• A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision

• An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff

• Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning

• A diverse benefits package including:

• Competitive salary

• Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions

• Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay

• Free onsite parking and bicycle storage

• Free gym membership with discounted family rates

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free lunches, teas and coffee all year round

• Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery

• School fee discount

• Cycle to work scheme

• Interest-free computer loans

• Interest-free transport season ticket loans

With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusion in the workplace.

Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:

• To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community 

• To champion social awareness and sustainability

• To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student

• To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders 

• To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals

If this matches your vision, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

How to apply:

We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.

If you are interested in joining us, please complete the online application form via MyNewTerm. 

Please note that applications must be submitted via MyNewTerm. CVs and covering letters sent via email will not be accepted.

For further information please telephone the Recruitment team on View phone number on tes.com.

Closing Date:              9:00am on Monday 12 October 2026

Interview Date:          Week commencing Monday 19 October 2026

Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline, if a suitable candidate is found.

JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.