At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical services to enhance teaching and research in a creative environment.
- Company: Dynamic university with a commitment to inclusivity and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Agile working system with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of art and media education while fostering a diverse culture.
- Qualifications: Proven technical expertise and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50253 - 58225 £ per year.
Location: Brighton – City Campus and Moulsecoomb
Salary: £50,253 to £58,225 per annum
Contract Length: 12 months
Closing Date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: ME5015-26-114-R
In this role, you will have a key responsibility to provide strategic leadership in delivering technical services that support teaching, research, and knowledge exchange. We will also expect you to contribute to the overall vision of the school. You’ll need to be able to provide high‑level leadership to the technical team to ensure an excellent student experience and a high‑quality teaching and research environment. Working in close consultation with the school’s leadership team will be key to ensuring the effective delivery of technical resources that meet the needs of the academic subject areas.
Qualifications
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of technical expertise within the subject areas delivered by the School
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities, meet deadlines, and perform at an appropriate level of responsibility
- The ability to work independently, taking responsibility for setting and achieving targets for both your own work and that of others
- The ability to oversee and implement health and safety processes and procedures within the School, and to promote a strong health and safety culture
Equal Opportunities & Diversity
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment for all staff regardless of age, disability, family or caring responsibilities, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief (including non‑belief), sex and sexual orientation. We embrace equality and diversity in our working, learning, research and teaching environment and are committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive community. We particularly encourage applicants from Minority Ethnic backgrounds because the University is under‑represented by Minority Ethnic staff.
For the vast majority of our roles we operate an agile working system, with time split between working on campus and at the employee's home. It is the University's expectation that home working will take place within the UK. Further information about working for us, as well as the wide range of benefits we offer, can be found in the working with us section of our vacancies page.
School Senior Technical Manager - Internal Only in Brighton employer: University of Brighton
As a Senior Technical Manager at the School of Art and Media in Brighton, you will join a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation. The University offers a supportive work culture with a strong emphasis on employee growth, providing opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a diverse team. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to equality and diversity, this role not only promises a rewarding career but also a chance to make a meaningful impact in the academic environment.
