Technical Assistant (Health)

Glasgow Caledonian University; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Glasgow Caledonian University is seeking a Technical Assistant (Health) to support the School of Health and Life Sciences. The role involves aiding practical classes and clinical labs, ensuring effective operation and student support. Candidates should have a technical background and a passion for healthcare education, contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Family friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite childcare facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in technical support activities is required.
• Understanding of health and safety policies is essential.
• Strong interest in healthcare education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities in the Simulation Centre.
• Ensure smooth operation of practical classes and labs.
• Assist in provision of clinical skills support and maintain inventories.

Skills

Technical Support Activities

Manual Handling

General IT Skills

Education

HNC in a technical related subject

Job description

Location: Glasgow Caledonian University Cowcaddens Road, G4 0BA

Salary: £24,344 - £26,338 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Advert

Glasgow Caledonian – the largest and leading modern university in Scotland - is a vibrant, values-led university with campuses in the heart of Glasgow and London. With a strong commitment to high quality research and education which supports the communities we serve, we have strong partnerships with employers to ensure our students get the careers they dream of and deserve.

In 2023 we rocketed into the top 40 universities in the UK in the highly regarded Guardian University Guide, were ranked the UK’s 2nd top performing modern university in the inaugural Daily Mail guide, and entered the top highly coveted 50 UK universities in the 2024 Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide for the first time. We are the top performing modern University in Scotland in all three guides. We are the only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum accreditation and were ranked second in Scotland for sustainability in the most recent People and Planet league table.

With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and links with over 300 industry partners, we have the highest proportion of undergraduate level graduates in highly skilled occupations (83%) compared to other Scottish modern universities - with 91% of our students in employment or further study within fifteen months of graduating (HESA 2023). We are Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships and we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from nearly 120 countries. We are committed to widening participation, helping more people from diverse backgrounds into university.

Guided by our values – integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve.

The Directorateof School Professional Services provides support for three Academic Schools. The Directorate covers Registry, Technical Services and Administration teams. The position being offered is situated within the Technical Service (Health) and is embedded within the School of Health and Life Sciences. Our focus is to provide an outstanding service to all our stakeholders while supporting and enhancing the student experience through a 1 st class service.

We are seeking a dedicated Technical Assistant (Health) to support the teaching and learning activities within the School of Health and Life Sciences interprofessional Simulation Centre (ISC). In this role, you will work closely with Technicians to ensure the smooth operation of practical classes, simulation labs, and clinical learning environments.

The successful candidate will have an HNC in a technical related subject or relevant experience, experience of undertaking a range of technical support activities and manual handling as well as an understanding of relevant health and safety policies and procedures relative to role.

Ideally candidates will have a strong interest in healthcare education and have some hands-on experience in a technical support role as well as be enthusiastic about contributing to the high-quality delivery of GCU programmes in Nursing and Allied Health.

While working within a well-established team of technicians the role holder will be required to operate within established procedures and deliver support for the day to day operational needs of the ISC. In addition, you will ensure clinical areas are stocked with appropriate supplies and assist in the provision of clinical skills support. You will also undertake equipment loans and maintain relevant inventories.

Experience of nursing or some other health related role would be an advantage but is not essential as training will be given. General IT skills are essential.

As a Technical Assistant, you will also contribute to the development of a “one team” culture by embedding teamwork as part of your core ethics as well demonstrating commitment to the GCU values.

For further information please contact Gordon Morlan, Senior Technical Officer, School Professional Services - Health. ([e-mail] )

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do. As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success.

The University holds the prestigious Athena SWAN Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across different disciplines.

As a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident 'Committed' level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the Carer Positive ‘Engaged’ employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).