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Base pay range
Full time, fixed term
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St. John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
York St. John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.
The Team
You will be joining Innovation and Technology Services (ITS) department, working within the Infrastructure Deployment team. This team plays a critical role in delivering our Windows 11 and mobile computing/AV upgrade programme.
As part of this dedicated team, you will work alongside experienced infrastructure professionals who focus on building, supporting and maintaining the university's digital infrastructure.
The Role
We are looking to recruit one Windows 11 Deployment Engineer to support two major technology programmes:
• A University-wide hardware refresh and Windows 11 rollout, which includes the transition the University to mobile computing.
• The IT desktop infrastructure fit-out of our newly acquired King’s Manor site
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare, configure and deploy Windows 11 devices across the University.
* Deliver devices in person and provide tailored onboarding support to users.
* Manage secure disposal of old equipment and maintain accurate asset records.
* Provide support to users during transition, working with incidents/tickets providing resolution and escalation.
* Ensure compliance with audit, security and ITIL processes.
* Collaborate with colleagues across ITS and the wider University community.
* Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and contribute to digital strategy development.
* Auditing and documentation of device network patching and port usage in areas where deployments are taking place.
Key Skills and Experience
* Education to degree level or significant relevant experience in ICT.
* Strong understanding and experience in Windows desktop deployment in an enterprise environment.
* Experience with Microsoft System Center technologies and scripting (e.g., PowerShell).
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* Organised, proactive and customer-focused approach.
* Foundation-level certification in ITIL or PRINCE2 is desirable. Technical qualifications such as CCNA or MCSE would be advantageous.
* Experience with mobile technologies, Apple devices, and AV systems would further strengthen your application.
Additional Information
For further information or to discuss the role informally, please contact Christine Crow (IT Asset Manager) at c.crow@yorksj.ac.uk.
Application Process
We anticipate the selection process will include an interview and a technical test. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview. We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible, as we may close the recruitment cycle early due to high numbers of applicants.
The role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship, but we welcome applicants who can evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route. We offer a wide range of employee benefits including:
Benefits Package
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan after six months service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further Information About Life At YSJ
Our culture, achievements and testimonials from employees and reading about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can can be found in our attached 'further information' document.
Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.
Closing Date - Friday 02 January 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 13 January 2026
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