Chief Digital & IT Strategy Lead

Overview

Vision Multi Academy Trust is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking leader to own and shape its IT and digital provision across the Trust at a pivotal stage in its development. The role will support operational excellence and educational outcomes through strategic technology initiatives.

Role and Responsibilities

• Own and maintain a reliable, effective technology infrastructure across all schools.
• Drive investment in digital services to deliver genuine value and ensure compliance with an increasingly demanding regulatory landscape.
• Define and deliver a clear digital strategy that supports long‑term ambitions and responds thoughtfully to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
• Shape a proactive, strategic digital function that enables planning ahead, operational efficiency, and confident, well‑informed decision making at both the board and operational levels.
• Translate complex digital matters into clear advice for senior leaders and trustees.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Vision Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.