Goods-Inwards Assistant

University of Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom

ID: 7122369 (Ref.No. FBSFO1182)
Posted: January 30, 2023

Job Description

Do you want to work in a busy university biological sciences facility? Do you have proven experience of working in a Customer Services, Goods-Inwards or Stores environment? 

You will be part of a team responsible for delivering a courteous, effective and professional service and ensuring the day-to-day function of the service and all goods that enter and leave the Faculty be correctly managed and accounted for.   

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with an ability to work as part of a team of technicians. Communicative, organised, flexible and committed, you will have a positive, proactive approach to your work. 

You will have good numeracy, verbal and written skills, with a minimum of Grade 4 GCSE’s in English and Maths or have demonstrable experience working in a Goods-In/Stores/Warehouse environment and the ability to work accurately with good attention to detail. 

You will be based in the faculty technical support team where our in-house experienced technicians will train you on all duties. Manual handling training will be provided as the position will include some lifting and manoeuvring of boxes, parcels and gas cylinders.  

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was awarded a Silver award in 2020.  We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Nigel Clough, Specialist Technician-Equipment Support

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 4270

Email: [email protected]


Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Biological Sciences
School/Institute:  Biological Sciences Faculty Offices
Category:  Technical Support
Grade:  Grade 3
Salary:  £19,578 to £20,761 p.a.
Working Time:  100% - we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Ongoing
Release Date:  Friday 27 January 2023
Closing Date:  Friday 10 February 2023
Reference:  FBSFO1182


The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset. As part of our continued commitment to equality and inclusion, we strive to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and have a real opportunity to participate in and contribute to our activities.