3554 - Assistive Technology Technician
Job summary
Interview Date: 10th December 2026 Join our dedicated, motivated and supportive specialist Assistive Technology team, with an excellent national and international reputation for quality, innovation and research and development. We deliver specialist Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Environmental Control (EC) services across Yorkshire and the Humber.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and technically skilled Assistive Technology Technician for this predominantly field-based role. You will independently manage a caseload and undertake the installation, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of high-value, complex equipment in clients homes and other settings. You will also participate in a technical support desk rota, providing remote technical assistance and troubleshooting.
Duties include repairing, refurbishing and recommissioning equipment to ensure it is safe and fit for purpose. We are looking for a practical problem-solver with experience in equipment maintenance, repair, configuration and field servicing, alongside sound mechanical and/or electronic engineering skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively with individuals with complex physical and communication needs, their families, carers and healthcare professionals are essential. If you want to use your technical skills to make a real difference to peoples lives and contribute to an innovative, forward-thinking service, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Work independently across community and clinical settings, managing an allocated caseload and undertaking field-based installation, servicing, maintenance and fault-finding of high-value, complex Assistive Technology equipment provided by the department.
Independently investigate, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, both mechanical and electrical, with equipment installed in clients homes, gathering and interpreting potentially complex information from clients, carers and other professionals, including individuals with communication difficulties and/or learning disabilities.
Participate in a technical support rota, providing remote technical assistance and advice through the departments technical support desk to both service users, their representatives and colleagues. Develop specialist knowledge in designated areas of Assistive Technology and act as a source of technical advice and support to colleagues on electronic and mechanical equipment, and associated technical issues.
Undertake the inspection, repair, refurbishment, reuse and recommissioning of Assistive Technology equipment, including complex mechanical, electronic and computing assemblies, ensuring equipment is safe, functional and suitable for reissue and reinstallation.
About us
Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported. Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants. Visa sponsorship is only available to applicants who meet UK Skilled Worker eligibility requirements, including salary thresholds.
Please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Job responsibilities
Job Description for Assistive Technology Technician Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
