Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity* for 24 months due to improvement in service delivery.
* Secondment Opportunity – Existing permanent employees must first discuss this opportunity with their substantive line manager and complete the secondment request form prior to interview. The secondment request form and the associated secondment policy can be found on the HR/Recruitment intranet pages and must be completed and signed by the substantive line manager. The Candidate should then take it with them to interview as confirmation that an agreement has been granted.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and approachable individual to join our ICT Support team on a fixed‑term basis. The primary focus of this Band 5 role is to
lead and coordinate the NHS Forth Valley device‑refresh programme
, ensuring timely replacement, deployment, and lifecycle management of end‑user devices across the organisation.
In addition to device‑refresh responsibilities, the post‑holder will also provide wider technical support to both the
Desktop Support team
and the
GP Support team
, contributing to the smooth delivery of ICT services across acute, community, and primary‑care settings.
You must have experience supporting current Windows desktop environments, delivering technical support within large‑scale ICT environments, and working to high standards of customer service with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently or as part of a dynamic team. The role also requires effective communication with third‑party contractors and internal stakeholders.
A HNC/HND or equivalent in a computing‑related discipline is required.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check.
For informal enquiries, please contact
David MacFarlane, Desktop Team Leader, FVRH
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.