About the roleYou will oversee our in-house IT team of three, alongside a range of third-party technology providers and managed service partners. Your focus will be on ensuring our systems are secure, effective, integrated and fit for the future, while enabling our operational teams to work efficiently across a large, multi-site organisation.

• Key responsibilities will include:Developing and delivering an IT and information strategy aligned with the Group’s operational, financial and growth objectives.
• Leading our cyber security strategy, managing information risk and ensuring appropriate security controls and incident response arrangements are in place.
• Overseeing data management, information governance and compliance with UK GDPR and relevant security standards.
• Driving the integration and effective use of core business systems, including digital care records, medication management, HR, payroll, finance and rostering.
• Managing relationships with software vendors, managed service providers and other technology partners, ensuring value for money and high standards of service.
• Leading, developing and motivating the in-house IT team, providing clear priorities and direction.
• Supporting IT planning and implementation for new care homes and acquisitions, including systems integration and data migration.
• Managing IT budgets, investment plans, business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.
• Providing clear advice and assurance to the Executive Team and Board on technology, data and information security.