Technical Support Officer - Animals

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.
We are looking for a Technical Support Officer to join our team at Oatridge.
The Opportunity
The purpose of the role is to:
• Provide Technical Support for students and/or staff
• Apply technical skills and knowledge to support the successful delivery of teaching.
Main Duties of the post:
• Care and Maintenance of the Animals and the Animal Unit
• Maintaining practical working areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition
• Maintaining stores in a clean, tidy and safe condition
• Maintaining and monitoring stock levels.
• Any other duties as required
Assisting Teaching Staff:
• Preparation of Animals and Equipment for use by teaching staff and students
• Preparation of teaching/work areas for use by teaching staff and students
• Assisting with the development of resources
• Assisting Teaching staff with demonstrations and practical's when required
Supervision:
• Supervision of practical classes/duties
• Supervision and Training of others – work experience trainees
Further details on the requirements of this role can be found in the Job Particulars document which you must read before applying for this role.
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/AVS/063/24
Why work for SRUC?
• 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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