Teaching Technician (Maternity cover, Fixed term) (MED426426X1)

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Technician for the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, based at the Sutton Bonington Campus. The person appointed will work as part of a team supporting the teaching activities of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science by ensuring that live animal/clinical based, dissection and laboratory practical classes are fully provided for through the provision of materials, advice, and operational support. The person appointed will support the running of the school’s animal facilities and provide animal handling expertise.

About you

Candidates should possess a minimum of 2 A levels in relevant subjects, or equivalent vocational qualifications (NVQ, City & Guild), plus some experience in a relevant technical/scientific role. Technical knowledge and understanding of basic principles of animal biology/anatomy, along with animal husbandry and handling experience in working with a wide range small and large animals. The post will require initiative, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and good communication skills. The successful candidate will take a positive and flexible approach to work in order to deal with a variety of requests and tasks.

About the University

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe.

What we offer

· A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment

· Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.

· Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work

· We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities

· You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

This role is a fixed term, full time position (36.25 hours) for 12 months maternity leave cover.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Informal enquiries may be sent to Emily Gill (emily.gill@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 20 Mar 2026
Category: Technical (TS)