Job summary
Expected Shortlisting
Date
12/01/2026
Planned Interview
Date
19/01/2026
Are
you ready to use your network engineering skills in a way that makes a
positive impact on peoples lives? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to
become a member of our Data Communications team within the Leeds Teaching
Hospitals NHS Trust.
Reporting
to the Network Operations Manager your role will focus on network
implementation and providing technical support and guidance to a wide range
of stakeholders.
In
return, we can offer you a varied, interesting, and challenging role working
as part of a fantastic team and offering all the support you need to learn at
pace and achieve your career ambitions.
Main duties of the job
You
will take responsibility for leading on network configuration and
implementation, applying specialist knowledge to solve complex challenges.
You
will work as part of our multi-professional workforce, ensuring a smooth
transition to new networking technologies and maintaining reliable LAN/WAN
communications.
In
collaboration with key stakeholders, you will help identify and implement the
most effective solutions by interpreting standards and procedures.
You
will be supported to work autonomously in implementing designs, enhancing
network performance and security, and troubleshooting network issues.
You
will develop effective and valued relationships with clinical and
administrative teams, resolving network communication issues promptly.
You
will be supported to work within established standards and best practices,
contributing to the continuous improvement of network services.
About us
DIT
at LTHT is a highly motivated and inclusive place to work. We hold our Leeds
Way Values in high esteem and respect all colleagues. Within the trust we are
always looking to improve and give the best service possible, and we are
looking for individuals with the same drive to join us.
DIT
look after the Trusts information technology, responsible for delivering and
embedding the latest digital innovations, finding the right hardware and
software to meet business needs, turning information into insight and
everything in between. Its an exciting time to join us, as we offer varied
and rewarding opportunities.
Wed
love to consider your application if you want to be a part of delivering
operational services that allow patients to be treated effectively across
Leeds.
Please
note that if you are applying for a fixed term position, should funding be
available to support there may be a possibility of the position becoming
permanent.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please
see supporting documents for full Job Description with further information on
requirements of the role, the department and workflows and full person
specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please
see supporting documents for full Job Description with further information on
requirements of the role, the department and workflows and full person
specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree or equivalent in an IT related discipline
Desirable
- Attained Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) status.
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Drive, enthusiasm & a proactive approach to work.
- Flexible approach and embraces change. Professional attitude.
- Accepting of individual responsibility within a teamwork culture.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a large LAN/WAN communications environment, preferably in a Health environment.
- A good understanding of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol)
- Experience of implementing multi layered networks preferably in a large multi-site network environment. This includes an understanding of resilience technologies such as Spanning Tree, LACP and HSRP
- Knowledge and experience of Cisco IOS switch/routing operating systems.
- A thorough knowledge and in depth understanding of standard office applications such as Excel and Word, as well as applications such as Visio.
Desirable
- Experience gained in a Health environment.
- Understanding of wider NHS health community.
- Knowledge of National Systems and initiatives
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree or equivalent in an IT related discipline
Desirable
- Attained Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) status.
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Drive, enthusiasm & a proactive approach to work.
- Flexible approach and embraces change. Professional attitude.
- Accepting of individual responsibility within a teamwork culture.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a large LAN/WAN communications environment, preferably in a Health environment.
- A good understanding of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol)
- Experience of implementing multi layered networks preferably in a large multi-site network environment. This includes an understanding of resilience technologies such as Spanning Tree, LACP and HSRP
- Knowledge and experience of Cisco IOS switch/routing operating systems.
- A thorough knowledge and in depth understanding of standard office applications such as Excel and Word, as well as applications such as Visio.
Desirable
- Experience gained in a Health environment.
- Understanding of wider NHS health community.
- Knowledge of National Systems and initiatives
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
