ICT Director

St Andrew's Cathedral School (see more jobs from this school)

Sydney, NSW 


IT / Tech Support

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 19 July 2026


St Andrew’s Cathedral School is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking ICT Director to lead our technology function and drive innovation across teaching, learning and school operations.

<p>Located in the heart of Sydney, our School combines strong tradition with a progressive approach to education. This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the School’s ICT strategy, ensuring secure, reliable and future-focused technology services that enhance the experience of students, staff and the wider School community.</p> <p>Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, the ICT Director leads the ICT team and partners closely with senior leaders to embed technology across all areas of the School.</p> <p>This is an&nbsp;<strong>on-site leadership role.</strong></p> <p><strong>Role Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and develop an ICT team across infrastructure, systems, AV and service delivery.</li> <li>Develop and deliver the School’s ICT strategy and Digital Roadmap aligned to educational and operational priorities.</li> <li>Provide strategic advice to Executive leadership on ICT investment, risk, governance and emerging technologies.</li> <li>Oversee ICT operations, ensuring reliable, scalable and secure infrastructure and systems.</li> <li>Establish and maintain strong cybersecurity, data protection and ICT risk management frameworks.</li> <li>Partner with teaching staff to enhance digital learning across K–12.</li> <li>Lead ICT service delivery, including helpdesk and support services, with clear SLAs and performance metrics.</li> <li>Deliver ICT and AV projects, including system upgrades, new technologies and innovation initiatives.</li> <li>Manage ICT budgets, procurement and vendor relationships to ensure value for money and high-quality outcomes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you will bring?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proven leadership in ICT within a school or similar environment.</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership in ICT strategy development and implementation, including digital transformation and AI initiatives&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong knowledge of ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity and enterprise systems</li> <li>Experience overseeing ICT operations and service delivery, including use of SLAs and performance metrics.</li> <li>Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budget, procurement and vendor management.</li> <li>Experience in ICT governance, risk management and compliance with Australian legislation (including Privacy Act and child safety)</li> <li>Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at an executive level.</li> <li>A commitment to child safety, Christian values, and the ethos of Anglican education.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead ICT strategy in a respected and unique independent school in Sydney CBD</li> <li>Work in a values driven environment with a strong sense of community</li> <li>Influence meaningful digital transformation in education</li> <li>Collaborative leadership team and supportive culture</li> </ul> <p>If you are a strategic ICT leader who is passionate about education, innovation and service excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>For a detailed Position Description and to apply - </strong><a href="https://sacs.expr3ss.com/jobDetails?selectJob=812&amp;s=12" rel="nofollow"><strong>apply now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Applications close: 19 July 2026</strong></p> <p>Interviews will commence as applications are received.</p> <p><i>Please ensure applications are created as one document only, including cover letter, CV and any credentials.</i></p> <p><strong>See here for further employment benefits at St Andrew's Cathedral School: </strong><a href="https://www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/employment/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/employment/</a></p> <p><strong>Why&nbsp;St Andrew's Cathedral School?&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Andrew’s Cathedral School was recently awarded the&nbsp;<strong>5 Star Employer of Choice 2025</strong>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<i>The Educator</i>&nbsp;for positive employee experience and a deeply supportive, collegiate culture. Every team member is known, valued and equipped to excel in their role.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p> <p>As an&nbsp;<strong>authentically Christian school in the Anglican tradition</strong>, Christian values underpin all areas of school life. Honesty, integrity, humility, respect, and service are foundational to our strong and hopeful learning community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Reflecting our Christian foundations, we are committed to nurturing the&nbsp;<strong>intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing&nbsp;</strong>of every student. Our goal is to develop students who think critically and creatively&nbsp; - hearts that love, minds that grow, and lives that give.</p> <p><strong>Child Safety Commitment</strong><br> We are committed to providing a&nbsp;<strong>child-safe environment</strong>&nbsp;through clear policies, procedures, and training. It is a condition of employment that all new staff must acknowledge understanding of the&nbsp;<strong>Child Safe Policy</strong>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<strong>Child Safe Codes of Conduct</strong>&nbsp;prior to commencing.<br> All roles require a valid&nbsp;<strong>Working with Children Check</strong>&nbsp;in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 prior to commencement.</p> <p><i>For more information on Working with Children Checks, please visit the&nbsp;</i><a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check" rel="nofollow"><i><strong>NSW Office of the Children's Guardian website</strong></i></a></p>

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