THE VACANCY

Salary: NJC Scale PO1 Points 27 to 30 (£38,220 - £40,777 per annum FTE).  Actual salary £38,220 per annum on point 27.

Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 18 months. 37 hours per week. 52 weeks per year.         

Start date: 1 June 2026

Place of work:  Hybrid working (office base to be agreed across Trust locations)

Place of work:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project and Infrastructure Lead (IT Networks) to join our central IT team on a fixed-term basis.

This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality IT infrastructure and projects across the Trust. You will lead on the design, implementation, and improvement projects, helping to ensure our systems are secure, resilient, and fit for the future.

Working closely with the IT Operations Manager, you will combine strong technical expertise with project delivery skills to successfully deliver infrastructure improvements across multiple sites.

What you will be doing

·         Leading IT infrastructure and projects from planning through to delivery

·         Designing and implementing network solutions (LAN, WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi)

across multiple locations

·         Improving the performance, security, and reliability of network services

·         Supporting the transition of projects into live operational environments

·         Acting as a technical specialist for infrastructure and network-related work

·         Working with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver successful outcomes

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

·         Has strong experience in IT infrastructure and networking

·         Has delivered technical projects or large-scale implementations

·         Has excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

·         Can communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

·         Is organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities

·         Is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable IT services

Why join us?

·         Opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure projects across a growing organisation

·         Work within a supportive and forward-thinking IT team

·         Play a key role in shaping and improving IT services

·         Access to professional development opportunities

·         Hybrid working arrangements 

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