IT Network Specialist

NHS; Redhill; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Redhill is seeking a full-time IT Network Specialist. The role involves providing network support across various digital services, collaborating with 3rd parties, and participating in a 24x7 on-call service. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and the ability to work flexibly, ensuring a high-quality support experience for users. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated individuals looking to grow in their careers.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Flexible working

Strong emphasis on health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Evidence of a good standard of written English.
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement.
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide network support for all digital services.
• Work closely with 3rd parties to deliver quality service.
• Participate in the 24x7 IT on-call service.

Skills

Network support

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Surrey & Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust are seeking to appoint a full time IT Network Specialist on a permanent basis.

This role is part of the IT network support team helping provide network support for all digital services across the Trust, which in the wider sense supports the delivery of safe and effective patient care.

We are looking for applicants who are dedicated, self-motivated and capable individuals who can work in a team to ensure the network support service delivers a great experience to the Trust and all Users.

The role will of necessity need to work closely with expert 3rd parties to deliver the quality of service required by the Trust as well as the deployment of approved changes.

The role is required to participate in the 24x7 IT On-call service, and work to the needs of the service (ie flexibility, working at weekends and evening work as required).

Travel and transporting network equipment to other sites will be required. A UK drivers licence with access to a vehicle is required, along with business car insurance.

Informal enquiries are welcomed: Alex Comerford, IT Infrastructure Service Manager , 01737 768511 x 1717 or 07879775834

Main duties of the job

For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About us

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.

Job responsibilities

For further information, regarding the role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Criteria

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£47,810 to £54,710 a yearplus high cost allowance