About this role
Job summary
As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as a Specialist Technician Health Simulation?
This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week, based at our Health and Active Living Skills Centre.
Interviews for this role will take place on-site, at one of our college campuses in Weston-super-Mare.
The Specialist Technician - Health Simulation will work closely with academic staff to support the delivery of clinical skills and simulation-based learning through the effective preparation, operation and maintenance of specialist simulation environments and equipment.
Main duties of the job
Working collaboratively with academic staff, the postholder will ensure that all simulation facilities, resources and technologies are maintained to a high standard and are fully operational to support teaching and learning across a range of Further Education and Higher Education programmes.
The postholder will contribute to the technical delivery of simulation activity, including operating simulation equipment and supporting the effective use of clinical skills resources.
About us
As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to degrees with University Centre Weston, the Weston College Group is an inspiring place to work.
We are a highly respected and dynamic organisation that is known for providing high-quality education and excellent student support services, and we are proud to have a team of skilled professionals who make it all possible.
If you are passionate about education and wish to contribute your skills and knowledge to our mission of creating a brighter future for our learners, then we invite you to explore the exciting job opportunities available at the Weston College Group.
Job description Job responsibilities
KEY TASKS AND DUTIES
As post-holder, you will be responsible to the Head of Area for the following:
Take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of simulation and clinical skills rooms.
Prepare simulation environments in advance of teaching sessions, ensuring all equipment, manikins, consumables and resources are set up in line with session requirements.
Ensure all simulation facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, organised and ready-to-use condition at all times.
Provide technical support during simulation sessions, including the operation of simulation equipment and associated technologies.
Support academic staff with the technical delivery of simulation activities, including assisting with briefings and debriefings where required.
Reset simulation environments between sessions, ensuring rooms are prepared for subsequent teaching.
Conduct routine checks of simulation equipment and ensure all equipment is functioning correctly.
Identify faults and arrange repairs or maintenance, undertaking minor repairs where appropriate and authorised.
Maintain stock levels of consumables and ensure simulation equipment and resources are appropriately stored and accessible.
Undertake regular stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records of simulation equipment and consumables.
Raise requisitions for the purchase of consumables and equipment and liaise with suppliers and internal departments as required.
Support the planning and coordination of simulation sessions by ensuring technical readiness and availability of required equipment.
Provide technical guidance to staff and students in the safe and effective use of simulation equipment and facilities.
Ensure all simulation environments comply with health and safety requirements and support the implementation of safe working practices.
Assist in the development and continuous improvement of simulation environments through maintaining industry-standard operational practices.
APPRENTICESHIP REQUIREMENTS
If undertaking an apprenticeship whilst in post, you will be required to:
Enrol on and complete a relevant apprenticeship aligned to the role.
Participate in off-the-job training and development activities as required.
Build and maintain an apprenticeship portfolio demonstrating skills, knowledge and behaviours developed in the role.
Apply learning from the apprenticeship to enhance technical practice and operational delivery within the simulation environment.
GENERIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In addition to the requirements of the post above, all staff are required to:
Complete all associated organisational and administrative duties required within the role.
Maintain accurate records relating to equipment, stock and operational activity.
Participate in programme, school and college activities as requested.
Participate in staff appraisal and continuous professional development activities.
Meet the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Colleges Health and Safety Policies.
Take responsibility for continued professional development and maintain up-to date knowledge relevant to the role.
Comply with Information Security requirements in line with College policy.
Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required, commensurate with the grade of the appointment.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Willingness to undertake further professional development relevant to the role, including undertaking an Apprenticeship where appropriate. Strong organisational skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to maintain high standards of environment and equipment. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Basic IT skills. Relevant technical or operational experience.
Desirable
Knowledge of healthcare or simulation environments.
Qualifications Essential
Five GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of a Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics, or be willing to undertake the Qualification whilst in post. Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area (e.g. Health, Science, Technical)
Desirable
Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant Health or Social Care specialism.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Weston College
Address Knightstone Campus
Knightstone Road
Weston-super-Mare
North Somerset
BS23 2AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.weston.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)