Brickwork technician

South Hampshire College Group; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Eastleigh is seeking a skilled Brickwork Technician to prepare tools and support students in workshops. Responsibilities include maintaining health and safety standards, recycling materials, and assisting with equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, relevant qualifications, and a flexible approach to teamwork. This role offers 6 weeks of leave, pension contributions, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

6 weeks leave per year

Generous employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Expertise in preparing tools/equipment for teaching sessions.
• Support students in workshops as directed.
• Organizing and maintaining workshops.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools and equipment for student use.
• Support students during workshop activities.
• Maintain health and safety standards.
• Reclaim materials and recycle appropriately.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

IT skills desirable

Good time management

Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and skilled Brickwork Technician. The information below provides more detail about the role.

Benefits

• 6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development.

Duties

• To prepare tools / equipment for student use in taught sessions
• To support students in the workshops as directed by CAM or Curriculum Director.
• To reclaim materials at the end of the teaching day, recycling where appropriate.
• To organise and maintain workshops.
• To ensure that the College's health, safety and welfare policies and procedures are adhered to, particularly in the workplace notifying the lecturer of any potential hazards or taking appropriate action to ensure a healthy environment.
• To write and update Risk Assessment for the curriculum area which relate to the use of spaces, equipment and activities.
• Update and maintain COSHH records for Brick workshops.
• To ensure all staff and students are familiar with and can operate equipment safely. To maintain records of any instruction carried out.
• Construct, install, maintain and modify equipment and materials as required.
• To initiate orders for supplies and / or equipment as necessary.

Skills / Experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• IT skills desirable
• Good time management
• Able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and targets

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent.

Ideal Attributes

• Working with young people
• Occupationally competent
• Team player
• Flexible approach to work

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

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.