Service Desk Technician

Oxford Health NHS Trust

The closing date is 14 November 2024

Job summary

We are recruiting for an experienced Service Desk Technician to join our IM&T Team based at Littlemore Mental Health Centre in Oxford, supporting sites across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

You'll work closely with the IT Operational Team, providing in-depth second line technical support as well as internal support for the first line Service Desk function, including first line hardware, software and telecommunications issues across the Trust. You'll use your expertise to detect, diagnose and resolve customer issues in accordance with our Service Level Agreement.

You'll need an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word, Office 365 and in-depth troubleshooting experience of Windows 10 and Active Directory. We're also keen to hear from applicants with knowledge of ITIL best practice.

If you have a technical background, experience of working within a service desk and enjoy complex problem solving for a wide customer base, we would love to hear from you!

You'll be required to take part in the Service Desk Out of Hours (24x7x365) rota performing 'urgent on call' services outside of the normal hours of operation for in-patient/extended hours services. This role requires travel to various sites across the Trust so applicants must have a full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

Main duties of the job

  • Provide first line software support for all applications in standard use by OBMH IT customers, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Analyse and advise on system errors, application problems and network issues
  • Investigate data anomalies and implement corrective action where required
  • Provide first line hardware support for PCs, printers and other attached network devices
  • Provide first line telecommunications support

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
  • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
  • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Date posted

31 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS6746250

Job locations

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Lane

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Evidence of formal education or experience (A-Level or equivalent).

Desirable

  • ITIL Service Management v4 (Foundation)
  • Microsoft Accreditation

Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Operating Systems, including in-depth troubleshooting.
  • Excellent working knowledge of desktop and laptop hardware, including in-depth troubleshooting.

Desirable

  • In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10.
  • Knowledge of National NHS applications and troubleshooting.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in a staff supporting role.
  • Previous experience of working in a Service / Help Desk environment.
  • Previous experience of working in a Customer Services environment.

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in the NHS.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Evidence of formal education or experience (A-Level or equivalent).

Desirable

  • ITIL Service Management v4 (Foundation)
  • Microsoft Accreditation

Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Operating Systems, including in-depth troubleshooting.
  • Excellent working knowledge of desktop and laptop hardware, including in-depth troubleshooting.

Desirable

  • In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10.
  • Knowledge of National NHS applications and troubleshooting.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in a staff supporting role.
  • Previous experience of working in a Service / Help Desk environment.
  • Previous experience of working in a Customer Services environment.

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in the NHS.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Lane

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Lane

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

IT Service Desk Manager

Rebecca Hunt

rebecca.hunt@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

07818014870

Date posted

31 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS6746250

Job locations

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Lane

Oxford

OX4 4XN


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