Technical Support Officer

SRUC; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural and rural research organization is seeking a dedicated Technical Support Officer in Brighton. Key responsibilities include maintaining teaching environments and supporting staff during practical sessions. The ideal candidate should have at least SCQF Level 5 qualifications and relevant skills in the field. This role offers generous benefits including flexible working patterns and enhanced pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer)

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted RAC Membership

Generous family leave

Flexible working patterns

Tailored investment in learning and development

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate competencies required for duties associated with the role.
• Relevant knowledge and skills acquired through similar roles or education/training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the operational readiness of teaching environments.
• Support teaching staff during demonstrations and practical classes.
• Help create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Education

SCQF Level 5

Job description

Overview

About The Team: SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.

Part of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences, the Animal and Veterinary Science team are a dynamic and research-active division that plays a key role in education, applied research, and industry collaboration across Scotland and beyond. They are internationally recognised for their contributions to animal welfare science, with one of the largest research teams in Europe dedicated to understanding the behaviour and wellbeing of managed animals.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Technical Support Officer to join our team at Oatridge, where you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality teaching within the Animal Unit.

This position is central to ensuring that both staff and students have the technical support they need to carry out practical learning activities effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the operational readiness of teaching environments, including preparing animals and equipment for practical sessions.
• Ensure facilities and stores are clean, organised, and well-stocked.
• Support teaching staff during demonstrations and practical classes.
• Contribute to the development of teaching resources and supervise students and trainees during hands-on activities where required.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and professionally run learning environment to support student development.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

This role would suit a candidate educated to SCQF Level 5, with the ability to demonstrate competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired sufficient relevant knowledge and skills e.g. in a similar role, or through education/training. For full person specification, please read the Job Particulars document.

Admin reference: ACF/AE/011/25

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in and individuals\' learning and development

How to Apply

Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply”. Please read the Job Particulars document before applying.

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