IT Operations Manager Role with Sponsorship in Liverpool | Lead Infrastructure Services, Apply Now

Location
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
46,148 – 52,809 per year

About Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s biggest and busiest children’s hospitals, renowned for innovation, compassion, and putting technology to work for patient care. Their IT team is the backbone of this mission, keeping clinical systems running smoothly in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Now, they’re searching for an IT Operations Manager who’s ready to lead from the front and keep things ticking behind the scenes.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment with a collaborative leadership culture
• Skilled Worker Sponsorship available for eligible international candidates
• Immediate start jobs UK with a vital IT leadership role in the NHS
• Workplace flexibility with rota participation and out-of-hours support
• Continuous learning through access to NHS digital and cyber development

Requirements

• Postgraduate diploma in a relevant subject or equivalent technical experience
• Strong leadership in IT operations, service delivery, and infrastructure support
• Background in Microsoft 365, Azure, M365, and remote technologies
• Experience managing hypervisors, virtual servers, and secure environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to simplify tech-speak
• Demonstrated problem-solving mindset with ability to guide and influence
• Knowledge of NHS service standards, cyber practices, or data security guidelines

Salary Details

The offered salary band is £46,148 to £52,809 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.

About the Role

This post is a critical cog in the Technical Services Team, managing a mix of server, desktop, telephony, and network services. Whether reacting to live incidents or proactively shaping system upgrades, you’ll be involved in everything from break-fix resolution to long-term planning.

You’ll be the technical escalation point for complex IT issues and the go-to person when systems go down or users need top-tier support. You’ll also lead a high-performing team, steer incident response, and keep services aligned with NHS targets. Sound like your kind of challenge?

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of server, desktop, and telephony infrastructure
• Provide senior IT support and break-fix services across the Trust
• Manage technical escalations and problem resolution
• Oversee weekend or unsociable hours work and on-call duties when needed
• Help embed secure, reliable infrastructure processes
• Support the introduction of new technologies and tools aligned with Trust goals
• Contribute to the Trust’s cyber and data protection strategy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, and they’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion across the workplace.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Eaton Road, Liverpool, L12 2AP
• Contact: Available via NHS Jobs portal

Reference Number
002773

How To Apply
This is your opportunity to shape IT operations at one of the UK’s most forward-thinking NHS Trusts. Apply now and bring your leadership to where it matters most.