Associate Technician

We are delighted to be expanding our team and are offering exciting opportunities for Associate Technicians to join the School of Health and Social Care (HSC). This role is an excellent chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge simulation equipment, supporting innovative, high-quality learning experiences for our students.

You will work alongside a passionate and supportive team of academic and technical colleagues, contributing directly to the training of future healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

Communications

• Engage professionally and clearly with students on a variety of topics related to their learning and use of technology-enhanced resources.

 Resources

• Order and manage resources as needed, ensuring adherence to Best Value practices.
• Support all divisions within HSC with technology-enhanced learning, ensuring that all equipment is updated, maintained, and accessible when required.

 Problem Solving

• Provide timely and effective solutions to issues that arise during laboratory sessions to maintain the flow of practical learning for students.

Essential Criteria:

• Strong teamwork skills – ability to work collaboratively within a team environment to support student learning and technological needs.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with students and staff.
• Problem-solving ability – capable of quickly identifying and resolving technical issues in a high-pressure learning environment.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working with simulation-based technology or similar equipment
• Previous experience in a higher education or healthcare setting.

Our team of Associate Technicians has the unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art simulation technology, including:

• Oral Health Pods – featuring the latest technology to support hands-on learning.
• Advanced Simulation Manikins – allowing the programming of complex practical scenarios to enhance student learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support students in developing the practical skills they need to succeed in their careers while working closely with a dedicated academic team. Potential opportunity at Colchester and Southend.

Apply now and be part of shaping the future of healthcare education.

Interviews will be held on 21 May 2025.

Skills and qualifications required

The successful candidate will possess 5 GCSEs at A-C or equivalent, including English and Maths, A level (or equivalent) along with HNC or equivalent experience. A degree in relevant subject is desirable.

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently and use own initiative as well as work as part of a part of a team, have good communications skills with all relevant stakeholders and have good interpersonal and organisation skills; demonstrated ability to work independently and show initiative.

Please use the 'Apply' button to read further information about this role including the full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role. You will also find details of how to make your application here.

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