Service Desk Analyst

Contract IT Service Desk Operator
Location: North Yorkshire
Duration: 10 Months
Start Date: ASAP

We’re working with an NHS Trust in North Yorkshire to support the recruitment of a Service Desk Operator to join their IT department and provide BAU 1st line support. This role is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication skills and a background in first-line IT support within a busy and service-focused environment.

• Provide first-line IT support to clinical and non-clinical users across the organisation

• Log, categorise and prioritise incoming incidents and service requests via phone, email, or portal

• Resolve issues at first point of contact where possible using remote support tools

• Escalate more complex issues to appropriate teams and monitor the progress of open incidents

• Communicate regular updates to users, maintaining a high level of customer service

• Perform basic Active Directory tasks (e.g., password resets, account creation, permission changes)

• Administer NHSmail and email groups, smartcard management and basic mailbox support

• Support the delivery of a reliable, responsive and user-focused IT service across the Trust

• Contribute to service improvement by identifying trends and common issues

• Previous experience in a Service Desk or 1st Line IT Support role (ideally within the NHS)

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively under pressure

• Experience using service management/ticketing systems

• A proactive, customer-focused approach to IT support