Service Desk Analyst

Job summary

The Service Desk Analyst is the first point of contact for Trust staff requiring digital support, delivering customer-focused 1st line assistance for incidents and service requests across a wide range of IT systems and devices. The role requires a solid understanding of desktop technologies, IT service management processes and information security, alongside strong communication and customer service skills. The post holder is responsible for accurate logging, prioritisation and resolution or escalation of issues, contributing to service improvement and maintaining high standards of operational support in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job

The Service Desk Analyst is the first point of contact for Trust staff requiring digital support, delivering customer-focused 1st line assistance for incidents and service requests across a wide range of IT systems and devices. The role requires a solid understanding of desktop technologies, IT service management processes and information security, alongside strong communication and customer service skills. The post holder is responsible for accurate logging, prioritisation and resolution or escalation of issues, contributing to service improvement and maintaining high standards of operational support in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential
  • Minimum of 5 GCSE's A-C/9-4 including ICT, Maths and English / A level or NVQ/BTEC or equivalent.
  • ITIL qualification or equivalent IT Service Management qualification or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential
  • Experience of working within IT Field and providing end user support
  • Experience of producing reports and documentation
  • Experience in a customer service environment

Skills

Essential
  • Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders across the organisation
  • Freedom to act, plan, schedule and monitor own work
  • Good inter-personal skills and good team player

Knowledge

Essential
  • Good knowledge of desktop technologies such as VMWare, iGel, Windows and Office 365
  • Good understanding of ITIL standards
  • Good knowledge of PC and associated peripheral hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of Mitel telecoms systems and operational features

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston and Richmond Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

London

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/



Job Details

Company
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Location
London, KT2 7QB, United Kingdom
Salary
£33262.00 to £36027.00
Posted