Simulation Technician

School of Health and Life Sciences

THE POST - Simulation Technician

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Simulation Technician who will assist the Senior Simulation Technician to run simulation and clinical skills labs, involving high / low fidelity simulators within the School of Health and Life Sciences at our Ayr Campus. In this busy role as a Simulation Technician, you will provide technical support primarily to Nursing and Health related programmes.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Educated to at least SVQ level 3 in Healthcare Practice, or equivalent, with experience of working within a Clinical Skills Education environment.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to fulfilling duties with the ability to work in a team environment, supporting colleagues and sharing expertise.
• Experience in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting IT equipment, simulated manikins, AV equipment or other mechanical or electronic devices.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with staff and students on all levels, with the ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.

About us

The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2023 Young University Rankings).

The School of Health & Life Sciences at UWS offers innovative teaching and research opportunities, firmly focused on the real-world challenges facing the healthcare and life sciences sectors. You will join a supportive and committed team, where you will play a key role in continuing to establish the University as a force for good. Our students benefit from studying in modern learning facilities - among the very best in the country - and the strong links we have with partner organisations across the private, public and third sectors.

Our professional services teams are the backbone of UWS, providing robust and innovative solutions to support the vast range of work across learning and teaching, and research and innovation. You will join a supportive and dedicated team, playing a key role in a range of work that will help drive forward our ambition to deliver world-leading research, and graduates who will design, shape and build a new future.

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:

• 24 days annual leave, rising to 27 days following completion of 5 years’ service, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays.
• Additional 1 day 'Birthday’ Annual leave
• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (currently 19.3%), including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme.
• A flexible approach to working pattern and work life balance.
• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
• Fitness facilities across our campuses which are FREE to staff members.
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources including Occupational Health, Physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional, career and research development opportunities.

Informal enquiries can be made by contacting:

Interview date: Thursday 14th March 2024

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.