University Skills Technician - #2196517

University Skills Technician

A leading higher education organisation in Birmingham requires a University Skills Technician on a temporary contract to support student-facing skills provision over a short-term assignment. The role will sit within the institution's academic support services and will focus on delivering practical assistance for student learning activities, maintaining equipment and resources, and contributing to a positive student experience during a period of increased demand. This is a hands-on role suitable for a candidate who can work reliably across campus to support teaching staff and students. Your prompt response and professional approach will be valued.


Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical and practical support for skills sessions, workshops, and seminars across undergraduate and/or postgraduate programs.
- Set up and test equipment, learning resources, and IT peripherals required for practical teaching activities.
- Maintain, store, and organise consumables, teaching aids, and specialist materials to institutional standards.
- Support staff with preparation of practical demonstrations, student activities, and assessment set-ups.
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of equipment and escalate technical faults to relevant teams.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and equipment records.

Qualifications:
- Basic IT competency, including MS Office and common classroom/AV systems.
- Demonstrable experience handling laboratory, workshop, or practical teaching equipment (desirable).
- Experience of preparing rooms and resources for teaching and assessments.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a small operational team on a temporary assignment.
- Effective communication skills when engaging with academic staff and students.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background as a college technician or experience in a hospital setting to contribute to a vibrant academic environment.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.