Animal Support Technician

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days leave per year

6-month UofG Sport membership

Pension benefits

Job summary

University of Glasgow is seeking an Animal Support Technician to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in animal facilities. You will perform routine care tasks and assist with daily animal care under supervision, contributing to biosecurity compliance and a safe working environment.

The role supports the Estates Directorate on-site in Glasgow, with a 35-hour week and permanent contract. Applicants should be prepared for shift rotations including public holidays, and are

Qualifications

• Proven IT skills and basic data handling.
• Ability to use specialised equipment.
• Understanding and applying health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of organisation and cleanliness within animal facilities.
• Undertake daily animal care duties under supervision when required.
• Adhere to departmental biosecurity policies.

Skills

IT skills

Equipment handling

Health & safety

Observation & reporting

Education

English & Math NC4

Tools

Sterilisation equipment

Job description

Animal Support Technician

Company: University of Glasgow Salary: £25,733 to £25,754 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Glasgow, G12 8QQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 9 Nov 2026 Closing date: 23 Nov 2026

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open-ended. There is a requirement to provide operational coverage 365 days per year on a rota basis and the successful candidate will be required to work on public holidays and also the “Other” days as designated.

The successful applicant will be subject to security checks by Agenda Screening Services.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a great opportunity for new Animal Support Technician to join the University’s Estates Directorate.

In this role you will deliver high standards of organisation and cleanliness within animal facilities by performing routine cleaning and maintenance duties.

You will undertake daily animal care duties under supervision when required.

You must adhere to departmental biosecurity policies as required.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world-changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Summary

University Services

Estates

Animal Support Technician

Vacancy Reference: 205317

Salary: UofG Grade 3, £25,733 - £25,754 per annum.

Essential requirements

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssential:A1 Either: Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role. Or Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 4 in English and Mathematics (National 4) or equivalent, and some experience of working in a similar role.A2 Security clearance for working in animal facilities (will be arranged before appointment).A3 Clean UK driving licence.Desirable:B1 Experience with manual handling and maintenance of equipment.SkillsEssential:C1 Competent IT skills.C2 Ability to use specialised equipment.C3 Basic understanding of, and ability to apply, health and safety procedures in the workplace.C4 Good observation, communication and reporting skills.Desirable:D1 Experience using specialised sterilisation equipment.ExperienceEssential:E1 Working as part of a team.E2 Experience with record keeping and data recording using spreadsheets.Desirable:F1 Work experience with animals.F2 Work experience in driving within a work environment (e.g. delivery).

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