IT Service Desk Support -Temporary 2-3 months

  • Hays
  • Sheffield, Yorkshire
  • Feb 07, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

IT Service Desk Administrator - Temporary (Immediate Start) Sheffield £30,800



Hays are working exclusively with a confidential public sector organisation in Sheffield to recruit an experienced IT Service Desk Administrator for an immediate start. This temporary position offers hybrid working but requires regular presence on-site in Sheffield City Centre, so applicants must be based locally within South Yorkshire.
You will join a small, supportive team during a high demand period and play a key role in providing first line IT support, managing service desk tickets, and assisting with an ongoing laptop refresh programme.
This role is ideal for someone with strong first-line IT experience who is available to start immediately in February. This position is for 2-3 months but could become temporary to permanent for the right candidate as the department is expanding.
Your New RoleIn this hands-on role, you will:

  • Act as the first point of contact for all IT service desk queries, logging and triaging tickets iin line with SLAs
  • Provide first-line support for day-to-day issues including password resets, Microsoft 365 applications, and basic hardware/software troubleshooting
  • Assist with the preparation, build, and deployment of laptops as part of a major refresh programme (Intune/Autopilot experience desirable but not essential)
  • Escalate incidents appropriately to the IT Operations Manager
  • Support joiners, movers, and leavers with account setup, equipment management, and permissions changes
  • Maintain accurate ticket updates and asset information
What You'll Need to SucceedTo be successful in this role, you must have:
  • Proven experience in a Service Desk / 1st Line Support environment
  • Strong practical knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11
  • Experience with laptop builds or deployment activity - exposure to Intune/Autopilot is beneficial
  • Excellent communication, triage, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience within public sector, regulated, or security-conscious environments is highly advantageous
What You'll Get in Return
  • Competitive hourly rate - £30,800
  • Hybrid working pattern with a Sheffield City Centre base
  • Immediate start opportunity within a respected organisation
  • Support from a dedicated Hays consultant throughout the assignment
What You Need to Do NowIf you're interested in this role and can start immediately, please apply today with an up-to-date CV.Early applications are encouraged due to the urgent nature of this requirement. #