Technical Group Leader - Technology

We’re the University of East London (UEL), founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0, careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a sustainable, inclusive and green future.

But we can’t achieve this alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative and curious individuals to join our community and help shape what comes next. At UEL, you’ll work with colleagues who share a passion for creativity, technology and positive change, in an inclusive and welcoming environment that is constantly evolving.

The Technical Services team supporting the Schools of Arts & Creative Industries (ACI) and Architecture, Computing & Engineering (ACE) is a crucial part of the University of East London’s infrastructure. Working as a unified and collaborative technical team, we support students and staff across both Schools by providing specialist expertise, facilities and resources that enable high-quality learning, teaching, research and public-facing activity.

Our technicians work collectively across a wide range of disciplines and facilities, supporting practical teaching, experimentation, exhibitions and research activity. The team operates with shared goals, common standards and a strong culture of collaboration, ensuring consistency, resilience and innovation across ACI and ACE.

This is an exciting time to join Technical Services at UEL as we continue to invest in our people, spaces and technologies. We are committed to professionalising technical roles, encouraging cross-team working and building an inclusive, forward-looking technical community that is closely aligned with curriculum development and industry practice.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Technical Group Leader to provide leadership across our Technology technical provision.

In this role, you will lead a team of skilled technicians supporting students, academic staff and researchers across ACI and ACE. You will oversee specialist computer labs, digital infrastructure and immersive technology environments, ensuring safe, effective and innovative technical support that enhances learning, teaching and research.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone passionate about technology, digital innovation and enabling high-quality technical learning environments.

• Leading, supervising and developing a multidisciplinary technical team across Technology provision
• Managing specialist computer labs and digital environments including AI, data science, cyber security and creative computing
• Supporting curriculum delivery, research and exhibitions through expert technical advice, demonstrations and workshops
• Ensuring safe, compliant and well-maintained technical environments, embedding health and safety best practice
• Working closely with academic colleagues, Central IT and professional services to align technical provision with teaching and research needs
• Contributing to the continuous development of technical services, systems and future investment planning
• Supporting the development and operation of high-performance computing, immersive technologies and specialist digital systems

You will be a confident and collaborative technical leader with experience in computing, digital technologies or related technical disciplines. You may have deep expertise in one area, combined with the curiosity and willingness to work across a broad and evolving technology portfolio.

• Experience leading or supervising a technical team within higher education, industry or a technical environment
• Strong technical expertise in one or more relevant areas (e.g. computing, AI/ML, cyber security, digital systems, immersive technologies or creative computing)
• A genuine passion for supporting students and staff in practical, technology-enabled learning environments
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and departments
• Experience working with or alongside IT services to deliver and maintain technical infrastructure (desirable)
• A proactive approach to digital innovation, continuous improvement and future-focused technical development
• A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and to working in line with UEL’s values

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today!

*Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. Early applications are encouraged.*

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To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.