Allied Health Technician

The university is looking for an enthusiastic Technician to join the healthcare technical team to support the preparation and delivery of specialist teaching activities within the School of Life and Health Sciences.

The postholder will contribute to the delivery of technical support across a range of healthcare programmes, including nursing and allied health. In addition, they will take a lead role in coordinating and delivering technical provision for Allied Health programmes (e.g. Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy and Occupational Therapy), acting as a key point of contact for academic staff and ensuring requirements are effectively planned and delivered.

Previous experience working with healthcare or allied‑health equipment and learning or treatment environments is essential. This may include experience gained in educational settings, simulation facilities, treatment/rehabilitation clinics (NHS or private) or comparable applied health environments. Experience in an educational setting would be advantageous. Awareness of health and safety procedures and practices when working with specialist healthcare spaces and equipment. Supporting the management of healthcare equipment, such as that used for patient assessment, monitoring, care delivery and interventions.

Previous experience of providing support for the setup and use of equipment in a university, teaching hospital or other applied health setting is essential. The successful candidate will work both within a team but also independently prioritising work in a busy environment. The role will require manual handling of equipment and manikins, with heavy and frequent loads. Willingness to be flexible in duties undertaken and commitment to continuing professional development is required.