Living in Teesside
Teesside University is located in the centre of Middlesbrough, a friendly, diverse town, in the heart of the North East of England. The town has lots of amenities and attractions including, shops, cafés and restaurants, sports facilities, art galleries, museums, cinemas, nightlife, parks and so much more.
The town has good rail links from Middlesbrough train station to other parts of UK including nearby Darlington, Newcastle, York, and Leeds. Other major cities, including Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, and London, can also be accessed via bus or train.
Things to do
There's plenty to do and see in and around the Teesside area. From local seaside towns to famous historic attractions and annual cultural events.
Focus groups
Teesside University is committed to equality of opportunity in a diverse learning and working environment. Our focus groups comprise colleagues from all Schools and departments which helps ensure Teesside is a welcoming and inclusive place to work and study. The groups promote a broad range of protected human characteristics in recognition of the fact we are all different, and we are all equal.
Learn more about our commitment to equality and diversity
Uni friends
Teesside University runs a Uni Friends scheme for new and existing employees where we pair you up with someone from a different area of the University to have an informal chat, check in with and talk about your week. Email employeeengagement@tees.ac.uk for more information.
Worship
Middlesbrough is a multicultural town with a wide range of faith communities. Within easy reach of the University, you will find Anglican, Baptist, Buddhist, Greek Orthodox, Hindu, Islamic, Jewish, Methodist, Quaker, Roman Catholic, Sikh, and United Reformed places of worship. There are dedicated faith spaces on campus for prayer and contemplation.
Find out more about worship and faith facilities.
Further information
If you have any queries about this guide please contact the School/Department in which you will be working, as they will support you. The HR Department can offer general advice, please email hrrecruitment@tees.ac.uk.
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