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Unit Manager - Animal Studies Centre (Maternity Cover)
About the role
Are you a passionate animal lover with a knack for organization and leadership? Do you thrive in a dynamic and caring environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
At Myerscough College, we are dedicated to advancing the welfare of animals through cutting-edge research and compassionate care. Our Animal Studies Centre is a hub of innovation, where we provide the highest standards of animal husbandry while supporting groundbreaking research projects. As our Unit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our mission continues even during maternity leave coverage.
Responsibilities:
1. Oversee the daily operations of the Animal Studies Centre.
2. Ensure the highest standards of animal husbandry.
3. Support research initiatives and projects.
4. Manage staff and resources effectively.
What We Offer:
We take care of our team just as we do our students. As an employee, you can enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Regular Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
* Hassle-free onsite parking at our Preston Campus.
* An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to provide wellbeing support in moments of need.
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, with a remarkable 20.2% employer contribution rate.
We are flexible working friendly and happy to discuss interest in flexible working.
Please note that as part of our commitment to safeguarding our students, our background screening checks include limited online searches. Online searches will only be undertaken in respect of the successful candidate, as a pre-conditional term of our job offer.
All successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment background and safeguarding checks.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
We are an equal opportunity employer; we want all our candidates to have a fair and equal opportunity to secure employment with us. We encourage applications from all underrepresented groups: BAME applicants, disabled applicants, and LGBT+ applicants.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, due to a disability, then please speak with a member of the People team.
As a disability confident employer, we commit to guaranteeing an interview for any disabled applicant who meets all of the essential criteria.
Hours: 39 Hours Per Week, Maternity Cover
Department: Animal Studies
Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Salary: £25,082 - £28,834 per annum, pro rata in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Reference No: UMAS-2211
Closing Date: Friday 22 November 2024
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