Sport Technical Specialist
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,378 to £33,951 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 October 2025 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 166-25 |
Summary
Full time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The team
You will be joining the Specialist Technical Team for Sport who are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the facilities and equipment utilised across the school. The team also facilitates more equipment heavy sessions working to help teach students the knowledge and skills in small groups as well as enabling students to be able to undertake research projects such as their dissertation projects. This may involve working 1-1 to demo and teach students knowledge and skills to operate the equipment, and collect good date as well as understand the health and safety requirements.
The role
This is an excellent opportunity to join our well-established sport department in our technical team here at York St John University. We offer 3 core course pathways in sport; Physical Education and Sports Coaching, Sport and Exercise Science and, Sports and Exercise Therapy. We have a knowledgeable teaching team producing “world leading” and “internationally excellent” research in line with the Research excellence framework 2021. We offer facilities with world leading equipment utilised in both teaching and research, enabling students to pursue careers in professional sport, teaching or sports therapy.
You would join the Specialist Technical Team, providing dedicated support and specialist facility management to the whole sport department. Working closely with the academic team you will be required to have a constant overview and maintain the specialist environments and equipment within the facility. You will also be expected to oversee key aspects of practical activities and in lesson support as directed by the academic team, engaging with students to help facilitate their learning. Applications from those with a knowledge base in physiology would be desirable but not required.
We welcome applications from those seeking a full-time opportunity working Monday-Friday 8.30/9am – 5pm. Occasional evening or weekend work where necessary.
Required skills and experience
The successful candidate will have experience of supporting the management of resources and equipment. We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, experience of previously working in a higher education and/or sport science profession is desirable but not essential.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Chris Jones at c.jones2@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
Closing Date - Tuesday 21 October 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 05 November 2025
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The team
You will be joining the Specialist Technical Team for Sport who are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the facilities and equipment utilised across the school. The team also facilitates more equipment heavy sessions working to help teach students the knowledge and skills in small groups as well as enabling students to be able to undertake research projects such as their dissertation projects. This may involve working 1-1 to demo and teach students knowledge and skills to operate the equipment, and collect good date as well as understand the health and safety requirements.
The role
This is an excellent opportunity to join our well-established sport department in our technical team here at York St John University. We offer 3 core course pathways in sport; Physical Education and Sports Coaching, Sport and Exercise Science and, Sports and Exercise Therapy. We have a knowledgeable teaching team producing “world leading” and “internationally excellent” research in line with the Research excellence framework 2021. We offer facilities with world leading equipment utilised in both teaching and research, enabling students to pursue careers in professional sport, teaching or sports therapy.
You would join the Specialist Technical Team, providing dedicated support and specialist facility management to the whole sport department. Working closely with the academic team you will be required to have a constant overview and maintain the specialist environments and equipment within the facility. You will also be expected to oversee key aspects of practical activities and in lesson support as directed by the academic team, engaging with students to help facilitate their learning. Applications from those with a knowledge base in physiology would be desirable but not required.
We welcome applications from those seeking a full-time opportunity working Monday-Friday 8.30/9am – 5pm. Occasional evening or weekend work where necessary.
Required skills and experience
The successful candidate will have experience of supporting the management of resources and equipment. We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills, experience of previously working in a higher education and/or sport science profession is desirable but not essential.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Chris Jones at c.jones2@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
Closing Date - Tuesday 21 October 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 05 November 2025
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.