Print Room Technician

onlyFE; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK educational institution is seeking a Print Services Technician to manage reprographic services and deliver high-quality printing for staff and students. The role involves budget management, external contractor relations, and developing marketing campaigns to promote services. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in print operations, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to adopt new technologies. This part-time position offers a salary ranging from £25,826 to £28,534 per annum based on skills and experience.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA - 17.1%

30 Days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Employee assistance programme through Bupa

Free eye tests for VDU users

Free Parking at campuses

Qualifications

• A background in managing a reprographic department.
• Strong experience in print room operations.
• Familiarity with machinery maintenance and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Manage print and copy requests from staff and students.
• Handle external contractor relationships and budget management.
• Develop advertisement campaigns for the Reprographic department.

Skills

Experience in printing

Excellent standards in proofreading

Knowledge of copyright legislation

Experience with printing machinery

Confidence with budget management

Proficient in Microsoft Office and photo editing software

Dynamic and motivated

Experience in advertising campaigns

Job description

Print Services Technician

£25,826 - £28,534 per annum (this will be pro‑rated to reflect the hours worked)

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About the role

As an experienced Print Services Technician, you will understand the importance of producing a professional service for both our staff and students. We are looking for the right person with knowledge in all aspects of running and managing a reprographic department. The role is challenging and at time extremely fast paced looking after both staff and student print and copy requests.

This is a part time role working 18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Main Responsibilities

• Experience in all aspect’s pf printing, binding, copying is a must along with experience of being part of a working print room.
• You will have excellent standards, paying to proof‑reading and checking for accuracy and presentation.
• Knowledge of copyright legislation will also be essential.
• Experience with all machinery associated with this role, including basic maintenance repairs and fault diagnostics.
• You will be confident dealing with external companies and have a significant input into procuring new contractors and leases.
• You will be confident in helping managing the department budget and responsibilities that come with this role.
• An excellent understanding of Microsoft Office and photo editing software will also be needed to provide the best possible service and advice to our customers.
• You will be a dynamic and motivated person constantly looking for new technologies and innovative ways to engage our customers and encourage income growth.
• You will develop advertisement campaigns to increase college awareness of the Reprographic department and the services provided.

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £25,826 - £28,534 per annum (this will be pro‑rated to reflect the hours worked) based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our benefits

• Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA - 17.1%
• Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing, we offer
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process.

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps

To apply: Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date

25th of January 2026

Please be aware – If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.