Senior Teaching Technician

University of the West of England; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at a vibrant institution in the South West, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting students in their practical learning experiences. As a Senior Teaching Technician, you'll engage with diverse healthcare disciplines, ensuring students receive top-notch training in clinical skills. This full-time, 12-month role offers a chance to work creatively with a dedicated team, enhancing the educational journey of future healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about teaching and committed to student success, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Generous Leave

Pension Schemes

Retail Savings

Onsite Nursery

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered healthcare professional with recent clinical experience.
• Experience in mentoring students and enhancing their learning.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver clinical skills practical sessions and training.
• Collaborate with colleagues to facilitate learning and maintain equipment.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Healthcare Professional

Job description

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This is a full-time 12-month fixed-term post to cover maternity leave.

An exciting opportunity to join the Technical Services department at Glenside campus, UWE.

Technical Services support the School of Health and Social Wellbeing. This practical, student-facing role involves supporting and delivering clinical skills practical sessions, mandatory training, and simulation activities. You will report to the Technical Manager and collaborate with technical and academic colleagues to facilitate learning, plan lessons, investigate and purchase equipment and simulation aids, and assist with stock control and equipment maintenance.

The role primarily supports Nursing (all fields), Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiography, Physicians Associates, and Paramedic Science students.

UWE Bristol is a proud member of the Science Council's Technician Commitment.

About You

You are a registered healthcare professional with excellent clinical skills, up-to-date knowledge, and recent clinical experience. You are a team player, a clear communicator, and passionate about practical teaching. You have experience mentoring students, learners, or colleagues, and enjoy working creatively with others to enhance the learning experience.

Location

This role is based at Glenside Campus, located in Stapleton, just three miles northeast of Bristol City Centre.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West, with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from around the world. Based in Bristol, a vibrant and innovative city, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with strong employer and academic partnerships.

We offer a range of employee benefits, including competitive pay, generous leave, pension schemes, retail savings, onsite nursery, and opportunities for training and development.

Our Commitment to Diversity

UWE Bristol values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian, or racially minoritized candidates, as we are currently under-represented in this area. We are also a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.

Further Information

For more details about this role, contact Lauren Davis at 0117 328 8261 or [e-mail].

This is a full-time, fixed-term role for 12 months, working 37 hours per week. The role is campus-based, with occasional work from home upon prior approval. Salary offers will be based on skills and experience, in line with university guidelines. We cannot sponsor visas; candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please complete the application form and describe how your skills meet each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification, providing specific examples where possible. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email.