Junior System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the dental sector is seeking a proactive Junior Systems Administrator to join their IT team in Leeds. This role offers an exciting opportunity for early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, contributing to IT operations and exciting projects.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 admin tools.
• Proficiency with Windows 10/11.
• Experience with hardware support and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services.
• Support Windows 10/11 desktops and laptops.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting.

Skills

Microsoft 365 admin tools

Windows 10/11

hardware support

networking fundamentals

problem-solving

communication skills

Job description

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Client:

YDS Group

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Junior Systems Administrator

Company: YDS Group (Smile White & Yorkshire Dental Suite)

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

YDS Group- the team behind Smile White and Yorkshire Dental Suite - is looking for a proactive and motivated Junior Systems Administrator to join our expanding IT team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their IT career who’s eager to develop hands-on technical experience within a modern, fast-paced, and supportive environment.

As a Junior Systems Administrator, you’ll be an essential part of our growing business, supporting day-to-day IT operations, maintaining infrastructure, and contributing to exciting projects. With our rapid growth, there’s plenty of room for progression as we build out a strong internal tech team.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Azure AD).
• Support Windows 10/11 desktops and laptops, resolving software and hardware issues.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot PCs, laptops, printers, and mobile devices.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting (TCP/IP, LAN/WLAN, DNS, DHCP).
• Monitor backups, apply security patches, and manage updates.
• Provide end-user support and deliver training across the business.
• Assist with IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments.
• Collaborate with external vendors and service providers.
• Travel to other company sites when needed (Full UK driving licence required).

Skills & Experience Required

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 admin tools.
• Proficiency with Windows 10/11.
• Experience with hardware support and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WLAN.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a self-starter mindset.
• Clear, confident communication skills (written and verbal).
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable (Nice to Have)

• VLAN configuration and management experience.
• Basic PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Experience managing Group Policy within Active Directory.
• Exposure to Azure or other cloud services.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices.

Personal Attributes

• Eager to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Logical, structured approach to troubleshooting.
• Customer-focused and professional.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
• A team player who can also work independently.

Why Join YDS Group?

• Be part of a fast-growing organisation that includes Smile White and Yorkshire Dental Suite.
• Opportunity to progress your career as we build out our internal IT function.
• Work with a wide range of technologies and contribute to impactful projects.
• Supportive team culture with training and development opportunities.