Salary: £47,000-£52,000 + London Weighting if eligible
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid: home with regular travel to London, or based in the London office with some home working
Who we are
The Fostering Network is the UK’s leading fostering charity and membership organisation, dedicated to empowering, enriching and supporting the relationships at the heart of the fostering community.
Who we are looking for
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT leader to bring together our IT and Facilities functions for the first time. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who is comfortable communicating with a range of stakeholders. ITIL v4 certification and experience with Microsoft 365, cloud-based systems and GDPR are a must. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll be doing
The Head of IT and Facilities will be responsible for developing and overseeing a cohesive IT and FM function that manages our infrastructure, ensures high standards of security and value for money, and enables the us to achieve our organisational strategy
The primary objectives of the role are:
- Develop a cohesive, customer-focused function: Bring IT, Facilities and CRM together to enable the organisation to get the most out of our technology, equipment and property
- Manage our infrastructure: Lead the management and maintenance of our IT estate and infrastructure, and our London property
- Implement and maintain appropriate security measures: Ensure the safety and security of our systems, data and people
- Lead supplier relationships and drive value for money: Ensure our supplier contracts are fit for purpose and meeting business needs
- Develop a programme of training and support: Drive a culture of continuous personal development in technology and the improvement of IT literacy at TFN
- At this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the job description you’re reading. Even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
What we can offer you
- 38 days leave (including bank holidays)
- A range of family friendly and fostering friendly leave options
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Pension and life assurance
- Contribution to eye tests and lenses
- Season ticket loans
Our commitments to you
The Fostering Network is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and especially those from under-represented and minoritised backgrounds. All applications and hiring decisions will be considered on merit.
If you identify as care experienced and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under our commitment to the Care Leaver Covenant
If you have a disability, please tell us what reasonable adjustments would support your participation in the recruitment process
We are open to job-sharing arrangements for all roles, please indicate this in the application form if you are applying as part of a job share
Looking for more information?
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Martha Adam-Bushell, Director of Finance & Resources, on martha.adam-bushell@fostering.net
You can also find more information about us on our website www.thefosteringnetwork.org.uk
Ready to apply?
To apply please email your completed application form to recruitment@fostering.net. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: Sunday 6th October 11.59pm
Shortlisting date: Wednesday 9th October
Interview date: Monday 14th October
Interview location: Remote (Microsoft Teams)
We look forward to hearing from you!
The Fostering Network Registered office 87 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8HA
Registered charity in England and Wales 280852 and in Scotland SC039338 Registered in England and Wales as a limited company no. 1507277
VAT Registration 231 6335 90
thefosteringnetwork.org.uk
