Curriculum Technician (Hair & Beauty)

Furness College; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant FE College in the Lake District is seeking a Curriculum Technician for the Hair & Beauty department. This part-time role involves supporting practical classes, managing resources, and ensuring safety. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience, particularly in health and safety regulations. Enhanced annual leave, professional development opportunities, and relocation support are among the benefits offered.

Benefits

Enhanced Occupational Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Family-Friendly Policies

Free On-Site Parking

Discounted Gym Membership

Relocation Support

Continuous Professional Development

Health & Wellbeing Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in hair and beauty curriculum support preferred.
• Knowledge of COSHH and PAT testing important for safety.
• Ability to care for and manage teaching materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in practical classes and prepare resources.
• Supervise bookings and manage client interactions.
• Ensure safety standards and handle teaching materials.

Skills

Practical resource preparation

Client management

Health and safety knowledge

General salon management

Job description

Located on the edge of the Lake District National Park, Furness College is a vibrant, innovative and fast-paced FE College, benefiting from strong partnerships with local employers and universities. We offer an extensive range of courses with a particular emphasis on technical learning, apprenticeships and Higher Education, in addition to the broadest A’ level offer in Cumbria.

Curriculum Technician (Hair & Beauty)

We are looking for a Technician to join our Hair & Beauty team to provide support within the curriculum, assisting in practical classes and preparing resources and equipment necessary for the day to day activities of the department. This includes but is not limited to; care for, store and dismantle teaching materials and equipment following set procedures for security and safety, ordering an replenishing of stock, supervising of bookings, client management, general salon management and having a good working knowledge of health and safety in relation to the role, specifically around COSHH and PATesting.

For a full list of tasks and responsibilities please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Furness College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and staff. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken, including an enhanced DBS check with barred lists and references.

Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is ‘exempt’ from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended by the ROA 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986.

Salary: Pro rata of £7,560 up to £7,797 per annum

Hours: 14 hours per week. This position is term time only (working 36 weeks of the academic year)

Closing Date: 02/11/2025

Interview Date: TBC

What we can offer you

• Enhanced Occupational Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a generous pension plan. (18.7% employers’ contribution).
• Enhanced Annual Leave: Support staff have a generous allowance of 30 days, plus Bank Holidays and 5 additional paid days at Christmas (Pro rated if part time).
• Family-Friendly Policies: We believe family comes first. Ask us about flexible options designed to support your work-life balance.
• Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking at our college campus.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay active and healthy with reduced rates at our college gym.
• Relocation Support: Moving to the area? We offer a relocation package to help you settle in (T&Cs apply).
• Continuous Professional Development: We’re committed to your growth with CPD opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• Health & Wellbeing Perks: Benefit from funded flu vaccinations and eye tests to keep you feeling your best.

Furness College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and staff. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check with barred lists and references.

Safeguarding responsibilities specific to this role can be found in the attached job description.

Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is ‘exempt’ from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended by the ROA 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986.

Please access our recruitment and selection policy here which providesyou with essential information about our application and selectionprocess, along with key information about pre employment checks,including the requirement for a DBS (police) check.