Electrical Installations Workshop Tech - Path to Teaching

Dovetail and Slate; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Health schemes

Staff discounts

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate in Cambridge is seeking an Electrical Installations Technician to support practical workshops. You will work with teaching staff to maintain equipment, prepare assessment bays, and assist students during sessions while upholding high Health & Safety standards.

This full-time, permanent role offers excellent progression into lecturing or assessing, with a strong focus on health & safety, teamwork, and reliable workshop operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (or equivalent).
• 1+ years of practical electrical experience, particularly in maintenance or repair.
• Up-to-date knowledge of electrical Health & Safety standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and ability to build positive relationships with learners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical tools, testing equipment, and workshop machinery.
• Set up materials, components, and practical bays for student sessions, demonstrations, and exams.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and students during practical workshops.
• Maintain safe, organized workshop environments in line with safety regulations and COSHH guidelines.
• Monitor consumables, assist with stocktakes, and support material ordering.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Learner support

Electrical safety

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations

Level 3 Electrical qualification or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Dovetail and Slate in Cambridge is seeking an Electrical Installations Technician to support practical workshops. You will work with teaching staff to maintain equipment, prepare assessment bays, and assist students during sessions while upholding high Health & Safety standards.

This full-time, permanent role offers excellent progression into lecturing or assessing, with a strong focus on health & safety, teamwork, and reliable workshop operation.