Job Description

Are you ready to use your network development 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 Head of Networks & Telecommunications your role will focus on leading on network developments, managing a team of senior network engineers, 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 network development projects, 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 identify and implement the most effective solutions by interpreting standards and procedures.
You will be supported to work autonomously in developing new network solutions, enhancing network performance and security.
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.
Details
Date posted
07 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
55,690 to 62,682 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9298-INF-213
Job locations
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see supporting documents for full 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 with further information on requirements of the role, the department and workflows and full person specification
Person Specification
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.

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

Qualifications
Essential

• A degree or equivalent in a related subject.
• Attained CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma.

Desirable

• Masters degree in related subject.

Experience
Essential

• Experience working in a large LAN/WAN (Local Area Network/Wide Area Network) communications environment.
• A highly specialised knowledge of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol) and experience troubleshooting these protocols.
• Specialist knowledge of administering, maintaining, configuration and installation of Wide Area routed networks and associated technologies.
• An advance theoretical knowledge and practical experience of implementing Cisco IOS (Internet Operating System) network operating systems.
• A thorough knowledge and in depth understanding of standard office applications such as Excel and Word, as well as network specific applications such as Visio.

Desirable

• Experience gained in a Health environment.
• Understanding of wider NHS health community.
• Knowledge of National Systems and initiatives

Person Specification
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.

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

Qualifications
Essential

• A degree or equivalent in a related subject.
• Attained CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma.

Desirable

• Masters degree in related subject.

Experience
Essential

• Experience working in a large LAN/WAN (Local Area Network/Wide Area Network) communications environment.
• A highly specialised knowledge of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol) and experience troubleshooting these protocols.
• Specialist knowledge of administering, maintaining, configuration and installation of Wide Area routed networks and associated technologies.
• An advance theoretical knowledge and practical experience of implementing Cisco IOS (Internet Operating System) network operating systems.
• A thorough knowledge and in depth understanding of standard office applications such as Excel and Word, as well as network specific applications such as Visio.

Desirable

• Experience gained in a Health environment.
• Understanding of wider NHS health community.
• Knowledge of National Systems and initiatives