An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the University of Lancashire’s Security team at our Preston campus.  This is a rare chance to be part of the team helping to keep our community of students, staff, and visitors safe, while providing an outstanding experience. The role follows a rotating shift pattern of 2 x 12-hour days, followed by 6 rest days, with flexibility to support other shifts and campuses when required.

About the role

 As a Control Room Operator, you will play a key role in supporting the safety and wellbeing of our university community. You will monitor and manage CCTV and security systems, respond to enquiries and incidents, and provide clear, helpful guidance to colleagues and campus users.

Working at the heart of campus operations, you will liaise closely with officers across our sites, ensuring information is shared effectively and accurately recorded. This is a role that combines attention to detail with a calm, approachable presence, helping to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and able to succeed.

About You

The successful candidate will have a range of GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or appropriate equivalent experiential learning
We welcome applications from people with experience in security or related environments, as well as those who can demonstrate relevant transferable skills from other roles. You will bring sound judgement, a supportive approach, and the ability to work confidently as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that plays an important role in campus life. 
• Work in a welcoming, inclusive university environment where different perspectives and experiences are valued. 
• Access opportunities to develop your skills and build a rewarding, long-term career. 
• Benefit from a permanent role with structured rest periods and a healthy work-life balance.
  

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. 

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Closing Date: 05 Jul 2026

Division: Professional Services

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 per annum pro rata
+ Real Living Wage Adjustment of up to £1208 per annum pro-rata + allowances for working outside normal working hours

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Lancashire's UK Student Recruitment team. In this role you will work collaboratively and proactively with the wider team to provide administrative, organisational and technical support in the delivery of key recruitment activities and projects. 

About you:

We are looking for an individual with experience of working in a busy office environment and providing excellent customer service skills. The successful candidate will have excellent written and spoken communication skills, a high level of attention to detail and the ability to multitask, work to deadlines, and provide accurate updates on progress. A range of GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above are essential.

Please contact Aimee Cairns, Senior Student Recruitment Manager (Experience), for any informal discussions or further details.

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. 

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Closing Date: 02 Jul 2026

Division: Professional Services

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 per annum

About the role:

A vacancy has arisen for an Executive Assistant to join the Vice-Chancellor’s Office.

We are looking for a self-motivated person to provide a professional and confidential executive support service and to work collaboratively with other Executive Assistants in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office to ensure a seamless support service to the Vice-Chancellor’s Group.

This opportunity will allow you to play a key role in supporting the achievement of the strategic objectives of the University and develop extensive knowledge of its activities and key internal and external stakeholders. You will be required to provide high level administrative services including diary management, organising travel and supporting itineraries, managing financial administration and expenses, drafting correspondence, prioritising emails, undertaking background research and analysis, and the management and servicing of meetings, including the preparation and dissemination of agendas in a timely and appropriate manner.

This is an excellent opportunity to experience work at this level and to be successful in the role the right candidate will have the ability to work under pressure and have experience of managing a varied and demanding workload. You will be able to utilise initiative in prioritising, fielding and responding to queries, communicate diplomatically with, and act as the initial point of contact for, internal and external contacts, ensuring a professional image is maintained at all times.

About you:

Candidates will hold GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grade C/5 or above, or have appropriate equivalent experiential learning. You will have strong communication skills and a track record of dealing with confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carolyn Johnson. Carolyn Johnson.  

ABOUT THE VICE-CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE

The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the leadership and management of the University and is supported by the Vice-Chancellor's Group, which includes the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Operations), Chief Officers and Pro Vice-Chancellors. The Vice-Chancellor's Group lead the University and are responsible for ensuring we fulfil our mission and values. As a leadership team they have clear responsibilities to drive improvement and growth around our key objectives of student recruitment and experience, financial stability and a continued focus on our people. The Vice-Chancellor’s Office is managed by the Executive Officer. The Vice-Chancellor and the Vice-Chancellor’s Group are supported by Executive Assistants.

This position is based on campus, in Preston. You have the opportunity to work from home one day each week on a rota basis which may be subject to change.

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. 

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Division: Professional Services

Salary: £30,378 to £34,610 per annum

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a People Advisor to join our People Operations Team. Here at the University of Lancashire, we strive to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and important members of the wider University community. Our colleagues play a crucial role in allowing the University to fulfil its goals.

As a People Advisor, you will provide a high-quality service to our colleagues and will be responsible for processing all aspects of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, new starters, leavers, contract changes and provide accurate HR advice and guidance to employees and managers on a wide range of HR issues.

The People Operations Team is a busy, customer-focused environment, and this role will enable you to work co-operatively and supportively in a diverse team of professional colleagues. 

About you:

You will have experience of a full range of HR processes covering the employee life cycle, of working in sensitive and confidential situations and the ability to deliver tasks within tight deadlines. This will be underpinned by good organisation skills with the ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload and manage multiple activities.  

Educated to A Level standard or possessing equivalent experiential learning, we are looking for someone who is committed to the HR profession.

You will possess excellent communication skills with a highly customer focused approach and have excellent attention to detail along with the ability to build strong working relationships and work with limited supervision.

If you would like further information on the role please make informal enquiries to Becky Crookall, People Operations Manager. 

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston, on a hybrid working basis with up to 2 days working from home per week.

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.  

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2026

Division: Professional Services

Salary: £26,707 to £29,588 per annum

About the role:

The University of Lancashire wishes to recruit a Human Tissue Technician to join our Technical Services team who provide support to the wide variety of laboratories and Clinical facilities at our Preston campus. The successful candidate will primarily be focused on supporting research within our state of the art laboratories based in Preston.

You will help coordinate and undertake maintenance and configuration of equipment and relevant software. As well as help with the introduction of new technologies, procedures and practices and be familiar with biological instrumentation. 

About you:

The ideal candidate will have experience of working within a human tissue biobank, including sample storage maintenance and knowledge of legal requirements. 

You will have an undergraduate degree in a Biology related subject or equivalent experiential learning.

Candidates should be practical with a keen interest in science and technology supported by great customer service skills. The ability to adapt knowledge and experience to support staff and students across the wide range of subject disciplines we support would be a distinct advantage. Candidates must also have good verbal and written communication skills.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston. 

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. 

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Division: Professional Services

Salary: £26,707 to £29,588 per annum pro rata