26 Oct
Coventry University
Coventry
Senior Technician (Healthcare Simulation)
Department School of Health and Care (SHC),SHC School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health
Competitive starting salary range from £26,444 up to £28,759 (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.
Our Mission
Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them.
Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.
The Role
The School of Health and Care delivers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses for professionals working in health and social care settings including; nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, paramedic science, operating department practice, diagnostic radiography, clinical psychology and public health. We also have a large portfolio of CPD courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels including Advanced Clinical Practice, Independent prescribing and Global Healthcare Management.
We are looking for a Senior Technician/ Skills Instructor (Healthcare Simulation) to support our clinical skills teaching and simulation sessions. Working as part of the School healthcare simulation technical team, you will assist with the operation, organisation, maintenance, safety and security of healthcare simulation laboratories, classrooms and related facilities specifically to support our Health and Care courses.
Our Successful Candidate
You should hold a BSc (or have equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline, ideally alongside experience ofproviding technical support for clinical skills teaching and healthcare simulation, maintaining and updating equipment, or experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Experience of operating simulation manikins, or of fault-finding and repairing equipment is advantageous.
Additionally, you will be proactive, with excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills and be committed to equality and diversity. The ability to learn new skills and pass these on is essential to the role.
The Benefits
As a staff member of Coventry University,
you will have access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits including;
- Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
- 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
- BUPA Cash Plan
- 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
- CU Reward Scheme Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
- New Electric Car Scheme
- Cycle To work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
We are proud signatories of the Technician Commitment and our Technician Commitment Action Plan aims to promote recognition, visibility, and career development for technicians, as well as ensure the sustainability of technician roles.
Application Closing Date 5th November 2024
▶️ Senior Healthcare Technician
🖊️ Coventry University
📍 Coventry