At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead IT strategy and oversee technology solutions for business growth.
- Company: Join a family-run care provider with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, discounts, and employee support programmes.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing organisation while leading innovative tech projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
What's on Offer A salary of £55,000 - £65,000 dependent on experience.
Full-time office-based role at our Head Office in Portland, Dorset.
Fully funded training and career development opportunities.
Blue Light discount package, offering superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing support for employees and their families.
Company pension scheme.
Staff appreciation incentives, including opportunities to win vouchers, holidays and additional annual leave.
About the Role As Head of IT, you will be responsible for developing and delivering the organisation's IT strategy, ensuring technology supports operational delivery, business growth and future transformation.
Based at our Head Office in Portland, Dorset, this is a full-time office-based leadership role where you will provide direction to the IT function, oversee service delivery and work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to understand business needs and deliver effective technology solutions.
The role combines strategic leadership with operational responsibility, including ownership of the Microsoft 365 and Share Point environments, ensuring they remain secure, effective and aligned with organisational requirements.
You will: Develop and deliver an IT strategy aligned with the organisation's objectives, supporting growth, digital transformation and continuous improvement.
Lead, support and develop the IT team, providing clear direction, mentorship and guidance while ensuring the effective delivery of day-to-day IT services across the organisation.
Have strong practical experience of Microsoft 365 and Share Point, including the day-to-day management, administration, configuration, user access, permissions and optimisation of these platforms.
Ensure IT systems and services remain secure, reliable and fit for purpose through effective cybersecurity measures, governance frameworks, policies and compliance with relevant standards.
Lead technology projects and transformation initiatives from concept through to implementation, managing resources, budgets, risks, timelines and stakeholder expectations.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external technology partners, including Managed Service Providers (MSPs), managing supplier performance, contracts, Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and service improvements.
Monitor IT performance, identify opportunities for improvement and manage the IT budget effectively, ensuring technology investment delivers value and supports organisational priorities.
About Agincare We're a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.
With over 4,500 team members, we're one of the UK's largest care providers and are continuing to grow.
We have over 100 locations across England including our care
Head of IT employer: Agincare Weymouth
Agincare Weymouth is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with complex learning needs. Located in Burton upon Trent, the company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages personal growth and offers competitive benefits, including career advancement opportunities and a pension scheme, making it an ideal place for those passionate about creating positive outcomes.
