Senior Digital IT Support Technician | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	19 December 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£31,049 - £37,796 per annum (pro rata)
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	18 January 2026
Location:	Manchester, M13 9WL
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7696133/349-COR-7696133C-RL4

Summary

To provide advanced technical support to all end users (Scientific and Technical staff) across the North West Genomic Laboratory Hub (NWGLH), via email, phone or face-to-face, in order to resolve technical problems relating to PCs, instruments, printers and other IT equipment, including specialist software and databases.

To troubleshoot and resolve complicated technical issues within the scope of the GLH team.

To uphold agreed service levels, technical standards and policies.

Act as a point of contact for computer-related advice, within the Laboratory (Win10, Linux, VDI, Desktop, Laptops, peripherals, software, and instruments), and maintain extensive knowledge and expertise of market developments and standards related to this area.

To liaise with the constituent central IT departments of the GLH (Manchester Foundation Trust MFT, The Christie Foundation Trust, and Liverpool Women’s Foundation Trust LWFT) to provide timely support to the GLH

You’ll bring experience of working in a customer-facing IT infrastructure support role. This will have included providing first-, second- and third-line support with the PC client environment. You’ll also need knowledge of local area networks and wide area networks, server support and email systems. Proven experience in the management and use of service desk systems and call distribution systems is also important. You’ll thrive under pressure and be ready to work flexibly, including some out-of-hours shifts.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent or relevant experience.

Evidence of Personal Development

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.

Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion.

Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.


To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.


This advert closes on Friday 2 Jan 2026

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