Full time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The team
You will be joining the Specialist Technical Team for Sport who are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the facilities and equipment utilised across the school. The team also facilitates more equipment heavy sessions working to help teach students the knowledge and skills in small groups as well as enabling students to be able to undertake research projects such as their dissertation projects. This may involve working 1-1 to demo and teach students knowledge and skills to operate the equipment, and collect good date as well as understand the health and safety requirements.
The role
This is an excellent opportunity to join our well-established sport department in our technical team here at York St John University. We offer 3 core course pathways in sport; Physical Education and Sports Coaching, Sport and Exercise Science and, Sports and Exercise Therapy. We have a knowledgeable teaching team producing “world leading” and “internationally excellent” research in line with the Research excellence framework 2021. We offer facilities with world leading equipment utilised in both teaching and research, enabling students to pursue careers in professional sport, teaching or sports therapy.
You would join the Specialist Technical Team, providing dedicated support and specialist facility management to the whole sport department. Working closely with the academic team you will be required to have a constant overview and maintain the specialist environments and equipment within the facility. You will also be expected to oversee key aspects of practical activities and in-lesson support as directed by the academic team, engaging with students to help facilitate their learning. Applications from those with a knowledge base in physiology would be desirable but not required.
We welcome applications from those seeking a full-time opportunity working Monday-Friday 8.30/9am – 5pm. Occasional evening or weekend work where necessary.
Required Skills And Experience
The successful candidate will have experience of supporting the management of resources and equipment. We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, experience of previously working in a higher education and/or sport science profession is desirable but not essential.
Additional Information
For informal enquiries please contact Chris Jones at c.jones2@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process and benefits
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our Benefits Package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan after six months service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further Information About Life At YSJ
Our attached "further information" document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
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Closing Date - Tuesday 21 October 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 05 November 2025
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