Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Network Services and IT Support Manager to join Burnley College. The successful postholder will be joining a growing organisation that truly values its people and which has been commended for the exceptional experience and future opportunities it provides to its learners.



Our Network Services and IT Support Manager will plan, lead and manage the development of the Network Services and IT functions and develop polices and procedures for the day-to-day administration of infrastructure and IT processes. The successful candidate will plan and manage delegated College staffing, revenue and capital budgets as efficiently and effectively as possible and within agreed strategies



You will ideally possess a degree or equivalent level qualification and have an understanding of relevant data protection and legislation and requirements. You will also have significant knowledge and experience of working as an IT Manager or relevant experience and the successful planning and implementation of whole organisation IT systems and projects. Ideally you will have experience of administration of cloud-based and third-party network services and of working in the Further Education sector, however this is not essential.



The salary for this post is up to 63,381



Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter below.



At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.



The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.



If you're interested in joining the team, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail hrrecruitment@burnley.ac.uk



The closing date for this post is 4.30pm, Friday 16 January 2026.



The location for this role is on site delivery.



Please be aware that the College

does not

hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.