Clinical Skills and Simulation Technician

An Engaging Opportunity in Clinical Skills and Simulation Support

The College of Health and Science is a dynamic hub for a wide array of healthcare disciplines, including Nursing, Midwifery, Social Care, Paramedic Science, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine, Physician Associate, and Diagnostic Radiography. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Clinical Skills and Simulation Technician to join our growing team.

This role offers a unique chance to contribute to the vital work of preparing future healthcare professionals through hands-on practical training. You will be instrumental in ensuring our Clinical Simulation and Skills Centres operate at the highest standard, providing essential technical support and organizational expertise.

What the Role Entails:

• Spearheading the daily organization and technical upkeep of our state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation and Skills Centres.
• Expertly setting up rooms and equipment for a diverse range of teaching sessions.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of clinical skills equipment.
• Actively assisting in the delivery, evaluation, monitoring, and quality control of teaching and learning provisions.
• Collaborating with a team to deliver a highly efficient technician support service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring optimal utilization, preparation, organization, and maintenance of equipment and resources.
• Facilitating equipment requests and providing crucial support in the appropriate use of equipment.
• Assisting in the preparation of teaching and learning materials, ensuring compliance with all relevant processes and procedures across multiple sites.

Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Growth and Development: Join a team at the forefront of expanding health and wellbeing education. The University is investing significantly in new facilities, including the development of our Health and Wellbeing Severn Campus and the recently opened Duke's Building, offering exciting prospects for future advancement.
• Diverse Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience with a broad spectrum of healthcare disciplines and cutting-edge simulation technology. This role will equip you with versatile technical and organizational skills highly valued in the education and healthcare sectors.
• Supportive Environment: Become part of a friendly, inclusive, and supportive culture. The University is committed to its staff's wellbeing, offering in-house training and development, as well as access to wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a full-time role with a flexible working scheme, allowing for better integration of work and personal life.
• Generous Leave and Benefits: Enjoy a substantial annual leave allowance, which increases with your length of service, along with access to a Staff Retail Benefits Scheme.
• Career Progression: The salary structure includes annual incremental increases, with clear opportunities for progression up to a higher band, reflecting your growing contribution and expertise.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

• Physical Demands: Please note that this role involves frequent lifting, moving, and handling of bulky and heavy skills equipment, such as hospital beds, manikins, and part-task trainers. Candidates should be physically capable of undertaking these tasks.
• Employment Structure: For successful candidates not currently employed by the University of Worcester, employment will be through our wholly owned subsidiary, Uniworc Limited. This ensures you are part of a recognized employment structure with access to a defined contribution pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Visa Sponsorship: This particular role does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. Therefore, we are unable to consider applicants who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.
• Salary: The starting salary for this position is between £24,193 and £25,733 per annum, with potential for incremental increases.

This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. If you are a proactive, organized, and technically minded individual eager to contribute to a vital and evolving field, we encourage you to apply.