Head of IT
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Position Overview & Specifications
We’re recruiting for a Head of IT based at the Adult Hospice site in Barlaston Road.
Do you want to come to work knowing you can make a real difference? We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head of IT to lead and manage our office-based IT Team.
Key responsibilities include supporting and developing the existing IT capability, development and delivery of the service across multiple sites, defining and implementing the IT strategy. Full role details can be found on the Job Description.
37.5 hours a week ¦ 9am - 5pm ¦ 5 days over 6 days
Salary £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
The role will require a DBS check - which would be processed and paid for by the Hospice
For queries about this role please call Cris Hammond, Director of HR & Support Services, on 01782 344 300.
Applications close on Wednesday 24th May 2023
We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview early in the event of a high number of applications.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of IT roles across Douglas Macmillan Hospice's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £55,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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