2027 - Director of IT and Digital Innovation

View All VacanciesDirector of IT and Digital InnovationIT ServicesLocation: Uxbridge Salary: £77,576 to £85,978 per annum 37 days annual leave + bank/public holidays Post Type: Full Time Release Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025 Closing Date: Sunday 26 October 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: 2027HRUC (Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges) is an ambitious College Group, which brings together three colleges across five vibrant campuses.As Director of IT and Digital Innovation, you would provide lead on all technology initiatives within the College, ensuring that the work of IT Services and Digital Innovation supports and advances the College’s mission, values and strategic priorities. You would oversee the effective delivery of IT Infrastructure, systems and services across HRUC, balancing day-to-day operational excellence with the forward-looking adoption of emerging technologies. You will champion a data-driven approach to decision-making, lead digital transformation projects that support teaching and learning excellence, and drive organisational change to create a modern, adaptive, and digitally enabled environment.We are looking for an exceptional leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with the skills to inspire, motivate and drive both staff and students towards our shared goals. As a true expert in Information Technology, you will have a thirst for innovation and be part of shaping the future direction of our strategic growth plan by helping getting HRUC digitally equipped. There are a large amount of Projects and Programmes in flight where you will have the opportunity to engage and lead on the delivery of some cutting edge technologies.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:Senior leadership experience in a comparable IT or digital role within a complex, medium to large organisationProven experience in leading large-scale digital projects aligned with strategic goalsProven experience in resource management, ensuring efficient, effective service deliveryStrong leadership and change management abilities, with excellent organisational, planning, communication, and influencing skillsPlease note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.Notice For Recruitment AgenciesHRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency.Further details: Job Description Email details to a friendApply OnlineEqual OpportunitiesHRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.Disclosure and Barring Service checksHRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates." style="display: inline-block; line-height: 1; vertical-align: bottom; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;">