Thank you for your interest in joining IT Services at the University of Sheffield

About the University of Sheffield

Join the University of Sheffield to help deliver life-enhancing research, innovation and education that not only transforms the lives of graduates, but shapes the world we live in. Be part of an ambitious, inclusive and collaborative community to make real change and continuous improvements across IT Services.


IT Services is at the centre of University of Sheffield, providing new services and innovations that make a real difference to the way our students learn, and how our academic staff teach and research.

Hear from Interim Director of IT, Chris Willis

"I’m excited to welcome new team members with a wide range of skills, experiences and backgrounds who will be able to lead, support and guide the next phase of our transformational development.With such a wide-ranging programme we have lots of opportunities available. We are a collaborative and engaging team, always learning new things that can improve the products and services that we deliver. You’ll bring capability and enthusiasm to support our ambitious vision, with a desire to make a real difference at all levels of skills and experience. We’re really excited to encourage people to join us to develop a sustainable and diverse team while supporting your professional and personal development. I look forward to receiving your application."

What we offer

Generous pension scheme. As well as a wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
IT Services work in a hybrid way, with most staff splitting their time between our buildings on campus and working from home.
A minimum of 30 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and closure days, with the ability to purchase more.
A commitment to support your professional development, with access to learning, leadership and mentoring schemes.
A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, menopause, fertility treatment and having a baby support, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Life in Sheffield

Sheffield is England's fourth-largest city, with the wealth of facilities you would expect to find in a major city, yet it's compact, welcoming and accessible.

 

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