Job Description

The

University of West London (UWL) i

s ranked the best modernuniversity (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.


The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

University status awarded in or after 1992

The School

The College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare at the University of West London is a leading provider of healthcare education in Berkshire and West London. UWL's general nursing courses are ranked 2nd in London, and its mental health nursing courses are ranked 4th in the UK and 1st in London in the Guardian University Guide 2025


Renowned for its excellence, the College offers a comprehensive range of pre-registration and post-registration courses, including nursing, midwifery, operating department practice, public health and paramedic science. Students benefit from state-of-the-art simulation centres at both the West London and Reading campuses, providing realistic clinical environments including our award-winning mental health simulated placement. The College maintains strong partnerships with NHS Trusts and healthcare providers, ensuring that programmes are practice-focused and aligned with industry needs.

The Role

The main purpose of this role is to join and existing team of technicians who work across both sites to provide support to staff and students within the Simulation Centres with regards to the use of equipment and learning resources available.


The role is very varied and would suit a dynamic and self-motivated individual who is keen to learn and develop a wide range of skills. The role involves liaising with and supporting all staff and students who use the centres and includes managing computer-based learning activities and technical equipment and both audio-visual and virtual reality systems within the simulation centres.


The post holder will contribute to the efficient organisation of resources within the centres, taking responsibility for the cleaning, maintenance and disposal of equipment in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines, risk assessments and health and safety. Adherence to all health and safety requirements, in relation to the needs of students and internal/external users and visitors is a key element of the role as is the maintenance of accurate records of equipment maintenance/service history.


In addition to the above areas of responsibility the technician maybe required to undertake any other reasonable duties relating to the broad scope of the position.


The ability to work at both our Brentford and Berkshire campus is essential.

The Person

The successful applicant will have a good standard of general education including a degree or relevant experience. In addition, the individual will be highly organised, flexible, proactive and reliable with excellent attention to detail as well as proven time management and problem-solving skills.


Relevant experience with/interest in audio-visual and information technology and an awareness of contemporary healthcare are desirable.


This is a student facing role and the working environment is busy and dynamic. The successful applicant must be committed to delivering a customer focused service, respecting confidentiality and demonstrate an ability to communicate with a diverse group of students and staff.


An enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post.


Please contact Antony Newman, Lead for Simulated Learning & Immersive Technologies antony.newman@uwl.ac.uk or Indy Hair, Simulation Centre Co-ordinator indy.hair@uwl.ac.uk for an informal discussion.

How to Apply

Please email

hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk

if you need any assistance with the application process.


Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 8th September 2025.


For informal enquiries about the position please contact Antony Newman, Lead for Simulated Learning and Immersive Technologies antony.newman@uwl.ac.uk

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.


Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.


Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.


Previous applicants for this post need not apply again.


An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post (to be undertaken upon appointment).


This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.


We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.


The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.



Department
College of Nursing, Midwifery & Healthcare
Location
Paragon
Salary
38,311 to 43,767 per annum
Release Date
Tuesday 05 August 2025
Closing Date

Tuesday 02 September 2025
Interview Date
Friday 12 September 2025
Reference
NURS359