Teaching Support Technician (Vet Anatomy)

Are you practical, hands-on, and enjoy variety in your working day?

Do you like working as part of a team, supporting students, and being in an active environment where no two days are the same? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Surrey, supporting our Veterinary Anatomy teaching laboratories.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a respected and forward-thinking veterinary environment, contributing directly to the training of future veterinary surgeons. You’ll be supported to develop your skills and will gain experience in a specialist technical role with real impact.

The Role

As a Teaching Support Technician (Anatomy), your principal focus will be to provide technical support within the Veterinary Anatomy laboratories, supporting academic staff and students during anatomy teaching sessions and lab placements.

Working closely with the Senior Anatomy Technician and the wider technical team, you will be involved in a wide range of practical activities including:

• Setting up and cleaning down veterinary anatomy teaching sessions
• Cadaver preparation to support teaching delivery
• Setting up teaching iPads and ensuring equipment is ready for classes
• Managing PPE, including laundry and maintaining stock
• Assisting with ordering teaching supplies and consumables
• Collecting cadavers and specimens from veterinary practices, charitable shelters and abattoirs using a University van
• Supporting safe working practices, including laboratory equipment checks, waste disposal, COSHH compliance and standard operating protocols
• Assisting with the design and development of teaching models, including practical model making using silicone materials and wood/metal work

This role provides a fantastic opportunity to develop skills in anatomy laboratory work, dissection/prosection techniques, and model development while supporting teaching across all five years of the Veterinary Medicine programme.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a practical approach to work and a genuine interest in veterinary science or laboratory-based support.

You will ideally have experience in a laboratory or veterinary environment and be confident working safely with biological samples. You’ll enjoy being part of a busy team, working to tight schedules, and supporting teaching delivery in a professional and collegiate manner.

You will also have:

• A full UK driving licence (essential)
• Experience driving larger vehicles such as a Transit van, 4x4 or trailers (desirable)
• A good understanding of Health & Safety procedures and safe laboratory working practices
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload
• Good DIY skills and an interest in model building
• A flexible and adaptable attitude, with a willingness to learn

Formal qualifications are welcomed (HNC, A Level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), but relevant practical experience in a technical or scientific role is equally valuable.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding role. The post holder must be physically fit and able to lift/carry at least 13kg, with heavier loads moved using lifting equipment or with assistance.

The role also requires driving a large Transit-type vehicle to off-site locations including abattoirs and other establishments.

Working Pattern

The role requires flexibility to work between 08:00–18:00, Monday to Friday, on a pre-determined rota.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

If you would like to discus this role further, please contact Tom Hussey (Pathology & Building Facilities Manager) on either 07773577766 or t.hussey@surrey.ac.uk.

Interviews will be held on Monday 30th March.