Technician Assistant
School of Creative Arts and Design
Location: Lincoln
Salary: From £25,949pro rata
Please note this post is permanent and part-time at 0.5 FTE.
Closing Date: Tuesday 24 November 2026
Interview Date: Monday 07 December 2026
Reference: CASH102
The College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CoASSH) is a creative and vibrant part of the University of Lincoln. Based in the thriving and beautiful historical city of Lincoln. The technical team consists of approx. 24 highly skilled specialist staff who offer a wide range of services that support our students, staff, research projects and external clients across the School of Creative Art & Design.
We are looking to recruit a technical assistant to work primarily within both our model making workshop and printing suite. The successful candidate will be responsible for first line day to day support of our students and academic staff requiring the use of our facilities. Alongside supporting our students with the designing and building of various projects, the post holder will also be involved in Health and Safety, CoSHH and Radiation Safety compliance.
We are seeking an individual who has experience using skills such as general fabrication, woodworking, model making, printing, and book binding, who has a keen eye for detail and can create work to a high standard. We welcome applications from individuals who may not have worked previously within an educational setting. Training in university policies and procedures will be given to the successful candidate, including opportunities to upskill and develop yourself as a creative individual.
The University of Lincoln offers exciting career opportunities with the chance for you to grow and develop to reach your full potential. We also offer a range of staff benefits, including a leave allowance of 30 days per year pro rata, plus an additional 14 bank holiday and concessionary days per year.
Further details:
- Job Description and Person Specification
You can find out more about working at Lincoln, and everything that we have to offer, at:
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/jobopportunities/
We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.
Please note: If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, please refer to UK Visas and Immigration or UK Visas – Information for Prospective Staff before embarking upon an application, to ensure that you understand the requirements for sponsorship. You may be eligible to work in the UK via other alternative visa routes such as the Global Talent Visa or by having Settlement / ILR; please refer to the UK Visas pages above for further details.
Technician Assistant in Lincoln employer: Lincoln Institute
At the University of Lincoln, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture. As a Talent Development Coordinator, you'll have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the creative workforce in Greater Lincolnshire, while benefiting from professional growth opportunities and collaboration with diverse partners. Join us in shaping the future of creative careers and experience the satisfaction of seeing your efforts transform lives and communities.
