Construction Workshop Technician: Train & Mentor Learners

Waltham Forest; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career average pension

Employee assistance

Enhanced sick pay

NUS discount

Vodafone Advantage

Free parking

Cycle to work

Sodexo benefits

Benenden Health

Job summary

Waltham Forest College in East London is seeking a Technician Construction to support the workshop safety, stock and learner progress across the Construction department. You will lead the workshop area, manage materials and equipment, and coach learners to develop practical skills to industry standards.

The role requires proven workshop experience, and a proactive approach within further education settings, with a curriculum specialism preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting in industry or workshop environment and coaching or supporting others, ideally within FE, with a relevant curriculum specialism.
• Knowledge of maintaining associated equipment within a garage environment would be beneficial.
• Stock ordering / control of materials, tooling and machine equipment would be an advantage.
• Support production of leaner work pieces to achieve the highest industry standards.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible and accountable for the health and safety of workshops, inventory and supporting small groups of learners with practical skills and progress.
• You will lead and manage the relevant workshop area and stock, as well as supporting the department with learner progress, experience and practical skills, leading to wider participation and excellent achievement in various vocational courses offered in the department.

Job description

Waltham Forest College in East London is seeking a Technician Construction to support the workshop safety, stock and learner progress across the Construction department. You will lead the workshop area, manage materials and equipment, and coach learners to develop practical skills to industry standards.

The role requires proven workshop experience, and a proactive approach within further education settings, with a curriculum specialism preferred.