National Head of Learning Technology

Job Title: National Head of Learning Technology

Location: This is a trust wide role with regular travel to our academies is required. Ideally based near our key hubs in Bristol, London or the Midlands

We are seeking a National Head of Learning Technology to lead the practical implementation and consistent use of learning technology across the Trust, ensuring that digital tools, classroom technology, and emerging capabilities deliver measurable improvements in teaching, staff workload, pupil engagement, and inclusion.

Key responsibilities:

• Support schools to embed technology effectively in teaching, assessment, communication, and administration, including the effective classroom use of: tablet and mobile learning devices (e.g. iPad deployment and management), classroom audio-visual systems and presentation technologies, cloud productivity and collaboration platforms (e.g. Microsoft 365) and digital learning, assessment, and communication tools adopted by the Trust
• Lead Trust-wide rollout, optimisation, and consistency of these technologies to ensure reliable classroom experience across academies and phases.
• Work closely with IT Systems to ensure infrastructure, devices, and platforms support classroom need.
• Translate educational requirements into clear technical specifications and priorities.

Pay range: SCP 48 - SCP 52 (£60,440 - £65,819)

Permanent, full-time, all year round

Trust-wide, with travel to academies as required

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience supporting the educational use of technology in schools or trusts.
• Demonstrable impact on teaching practice, workload reduction, or learner engagement through technology
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in education technology, digital learning, or IT-related discipline.
• Experience working alongside IT services and school leadership.

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to step into a rewarding role within one of our dynamic national teams? Whether your expertise lies in Finance, Estates, IT, Operations, or People, we believe in harnessing innovation and collaboration to drive excellence across our trust. We are excited to welcome passionate professionals who want to make a meaningful impact.

Our national teams play a vital role in supporting academies across England. You’ll join a dedicated network that helps shape the educational experience of thousands of children - because their success is at the heart of everything we do.

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.