About The Team: SRUC (Scotland's Rural College) is a specialist higher education institution delivering tertiary education, research and consultancy. SRUC's principal purpose is to advance education, science, research, and environmental protection and improvement in rural and land-based industries, both domestically and internationally. The Opportunity: We are looking for a Technical Support Officer to join our friendly team at Elmwood Campus, Cupar. The main duties and responsibilities of the role will be to attend to the care of the animals in the small animal care department, ensuring high welfare standards are maintained at all times. The facility is used to support the delivery of practical teaching sessions for students undertaking courses at SRUC Elmwood. Duties will include but will not be limited to: Feeding Watering Health checking Cleaning enclosures and associated work areas This is a zero-hour contract, covering weekends, up to 8 hours per month. Minimum Qualifications: There is no formal qualification required for this role, although a National Certificate in Animal care would be desirable (SCQF Level 5). For full person specification, please read the Job Particulars document. Eligibility for Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK. Admin ref: ANF/AE/017/24 Why work for SRUC? Generous annual leave Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer) Cycle to work scheme Discounted RAC Membership Generous family leave Flexible working patterns Hybrid working solutions (in some areas) Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development How to Apply: Please complete an online application form clicking ‘Apply'. Please read the Job Particulars document before applying. SRUC Leading the way in Agricultural and Rural Research, Education & Consultancy. SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter. SRUC. A Charitable company limited by guarantee, SC003712. Registered in Scotland No SC103046 ADZN1_UKTJ