# IT Asset Officer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/it-asset-officer/a76a912b-ca43-4a3e-87cf-4180fd4a6b97 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/it-asset-officer/a76a912b-ca43-4a3e-87cf-4180fd4a6b97.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Freeman Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** IT support officer - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £28,392 - £31,157 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-10-14T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-01T13:40:44.648Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Tyne_Wear/Newcastle/The_Newcastle_upon_Tyne_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust//-v8299283 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8299283?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.newcastle-hospitals.org.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview In the challenging arena of IM&T within the NHS, the Trust is leading in the development of electronic digital clinical systems through the implementation and development of its eRecord Programme. With a strategic IM&T Programme in place our plans are to implement high quality solutions that deliver the benefits required to support the clinical and operational services of the Trust and the wider community. With the increasing dependence on IM&T within the organisation and the introduction of new systems, we are seeking to recruit the above post, adding to the existing Infrastructure and Desktop Support teams. - Interview Date: 03 November 2026 - 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week - You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy ### Main duties of the job The post holder will provide comprehensive IT procurement, asset management and technical support services across the Trust. Responsibilities include assessing departmental IT equipment requirements, obtaining quotations, raising and progressing orders through the Trust's IT requisition process, and ensuring the timely resolution of supply and invoice-related queries. The role requires effective liaison with requisitioning departments, procurement, supplies and finance teams to maintain clear communication and support efficient service delivery. The successful candidate will identify cost-effective purchasing options and potential savings opportunities while supporting the management of IT stock, asset databases and associated documentation. In addition, the post holder will assist with the configuration, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of PC hardware, software, peripheral devices and mobile technologies across the Trust, ensuring equipment is deployed and maintained to agreed standards and supporting the delivery of a reliable IT service to staff. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities - Assesses requirements, acquires quotes for and progresses orders through the trust IT requisition process - Investigates and solves supply related problems by ensuring that invoice queries relating to orders placed by the team are resolved satisfactorily within set target times - Maintains effective communication between requisitioning departments, supplies teams and finance teams via direct queries or supplies system updates. - Suggests sources of supply / saving opportunities to departments - Assists in configuring and providing support for all PC equipment, software and mobile devices throughout the trust including installation and troubleshooting of PC hardware, software and peripheral devices. - Manages and maintains IT stockrooms, asset database and documentation as appropriate to the role ## Person Specification ### Skills & Abilities **Essential** - Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with colleagues at all levels in the organisation - Good planning and organisational skills - Good numeric and literacy skills - An ability to provide professional advice and guidance to customers ### Knowledge & Experience **Essential** - Experience in procurement role of a large complex organisation, preferably within the NHS. - An excellent knowledge of products and suppliers used within the NHS **Desirable** - Experience of working in an Acute Hospital environment. ### Qualifications & Education **Essential** - NVQ Level 4 or equivalent level qualification or experience - Experience of purchasing or inventory control within the NHS or similar organisation. - A suitable level of education and computer skills **Desirable** - Full UK Driving Licence ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 194.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10618441) - [newcastle staff benefits (pdf, 274.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2721) - [behaviour and civility charter (pdf, 93.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2922) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.