Brickwork Technician

South Bank Colleges; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bank Colleges is seeking a skilled Brickwork Technician to join our Construction team at the London South Bank Technical College campus. This hands-on role supports practical teaching by maintaining workshop spaces, equipment and materials to the highest standards, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for staff and students.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, have recent brickwork experience, and be knowledgeable about health and safety and safeguarding

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant construction discipline.
• Recent industrial or commercial experience in construction or brickwork.
• Experience maintaining equipment and managing workshop materials.
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety and equal opportunities legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and willingness to learn sector‑specific software.
• Commitment to safeguarding and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workshop spaces, equipment, and materials to the highest standards.
• Support practical teaching and learning activities.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for staff and students.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in construction

Brickwork experience

Health & safety knowledge

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft 365)

Safeguarding awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

South Bank Colleges is a vibrant and inclusive place to work, where staff are united by a shared ambition to transform lives through education. Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025, inspectors praised the college’s “strong culture of inclusion” and the way staff “foster an understanding of diversity” across all campuses. Adult learning was rated Outstanding, and learners spoke of the college as “an integral part of their journey in life.” With a broad curriculum offer, expert tutors and deep links to the local community and employers, South Bank Colleges is a rewarding environment for education professionals to thrive.

South Bank Colleges is looking for a skilled and proactive Brickwork Technician to join our Construction team at the London South Bank Technical College campus. This is a hands‑on role supporting practical teaching and learning by maintaining workshop spaces, equipment, and materials to the highest standards. You will play a key part in creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for staff and students.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate must have the following:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant construction discipline.
• Recent industrial or commercial experience in construction or brickwork.
• Experience maintaining equipment and managing workshop materials.
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety and equal opportunities legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and willingness to learn sector‑specific software.
• Commitment to safeguarding and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure.

We are an inclusive and welcoming college that is highly responsive in meeting the needs of our students. Equality, Diversity and inclusion are central to our values and behaviours, and we seek applicants who are fully committed to enhancing our work in this area.

Safeguarding Statement

SBC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Recruitment Process

The email account you use to apply will be used for recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.