The Network Manager is responsible for the design, operation and optimisation of the organisation’s LAN, WAN and wireless network services, ensuring secure, reliable and high‑availability connectivity across clinical and corporate environments. The role requires expert knowledge of enterprise networking, security technologies, TCP/IP, firewalls and large‑scale network infrastructure, as well as the ability to lead complex technical projects and manage specialist engineers. The postholder also oversees network performance, risk management and supplier engagement, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of critical network services. The Network Manager is responsible for the design, operation and optimisation of the organisation’s LAN, WAN and wireless network services, ensuring secure, reliable and high‑availability connectivity across clinical and corporate environments. The role requires expert knowledge of enterprise networking, security technologies, TCP/IP, firewalls and large‑scale network infrastructure, as well as the ability to lead complex technical projects and manage specialist engineers. The postholder also oversees network performance, risk management and supplier engagement, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of critical network services. Development and staff wellbeing Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process. Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria. Previous applicants need not apply This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Jun 2026