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York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Scarborough, United Kingdom
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
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Job Description:
Job overview
Are you looking for your next step in digital infrastructure and ready to shape the future of healthcare technology across the Trust?
We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and technically skilled individual to step into the role ofSenior Network Specialist within our Network Team. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Trust’s converged voice and data network across over 30 sites, helping to maintain the digital foundations that underpin safe, effective patient care.
Whether you’re already in a network role or looking to step up, we want someone who’s not just technically capable, but also collaborative, values-led, and proactive.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing:
* Leading project work and resolving complex second-line network issues
* Supporting LAN/WAN/DC/WiFi and firewall infrastructure across clinical and non-clinical areas
* Assisting in the design and delivery of resilient, secure network solutions
* Acting as a senior technical point of contact in the absence of the Network Manager
* Supporting continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and innovation
What we’re looking for:
* Solid understanding of networking, VOIP, wireless and cyber security principles
* Experience in enterprise-level LAN/WAN environments (minimum 2 years)
* Ability to use network monitoring and analysis tools
* Effective communicator with the ability to explain technical issues clearly
Commitment to our values:
We are KIND
We are OPEN
We pursue EXCELLENCE
Working for our organisation
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person specification
Training and experience
* 2 years experience as a Network Specialist in an enterprise LAN/WAN
* Experience working in converged voice and data infrastructures
* Previous experience of delivering technical programmes of work in a clinical environment
* Experience of managing change through appropriate processes and channels
* Previous experience working in a technical role within an acute NHS trust
* VMWare experience
* Experience of working as part of an oncall rote supporting critical infrastructure on a 24/7/365 basis
Knowledge, Qualifications
* Education to degree level or equivalent
* Competent to level of Cisco Certified Network Associate.
* Understanding of CIPT/VOIP fundamentals
* Understanding of cyber Security principles and perimeter security solutions
* Understanding of Wireless technologies including supporting infrastructure (ISE/DNA)
* Full understanding of networking fundamentals
* Thorough understanding of NHS regulations and compliance policies relating to HSCN and DSPT/CAF
* Working knowledge of C9K-WLC
* Passed Cisco Certified Network Associate examination working towards Cisco Certified Network Professional
Analytical and judgemental skills
* Working knowledge of Network Monitoring tools
* Demonstrable experience of using Network Monitoring tools to analyse network problems/issues and assist in capacity planning.
Planning and organisational skills
* 2 years’ experience of managing own priorities
* Effectively manage given projects using PRINCE II methodology
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