Our team comprises approximately 200 technicians across the University. We provide specialist support to undergraduate and postgraduate students and the student experience is at the heart of what we do.
The services we provide underpin a wide variety of academic programmes and we deliver this support via specialist laboratories, workshops, design studios and contemporary arts facilities.
Our technical staff provide a high level of expertise and technical knowledge, playing a key role in supporting students in their studies and project work.
We also provide support for research, consultancy and knowledge exchange activities.
We are a forward-looking service, committed to a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence.
About the Role:
This is an opportunity for an individual looking for a challenging and exciting role. We are seeking to appoint a Resource Centre Technician within our Arts & Humanities Resource Centre at Manchester Metropolitan University.
You will join a diverse team of technical staff, supporting the effective running of the service, supporting learning, teaching, research, outreach and enterprise activities.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

Other duties will include:

• Supporting a counter service in the resource centre.
• Issuing resources using current operating systems.
• Preparation of workshops.
• Stock management and procurement

In addition to joining a great team in a varied role, we offer:

• 25 days annual leave (Pro-Rata for Part-Time Roles), plus bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Staff have access to Vivup, which offers support to staff and many discounts on the high street.
• Travel to work using loans and discounts or the cycle to work scheme are available.
• Personal Protective Clothing is provided
• Buddy system.
• Comprehensive ongoing training.
• Staff benefit