RES Construction Technician

onlyFE; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Access to NEST Pension Scheme

Dedicated coordinator

Gym access

Training programmes

Job summary

Rotherham College is seeking a Construction Technician to support and develop our Joinery facilities. You will work in our workshops, helping deliver practical sessions and ensure the smooth running of construction programmes.

The role requires a solid Joinery background, ability to operate workshop tools, and good problem-solving skills. A Level 2 English and Maths qualification (or equivalent) is desirable; health and safety training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Solid Joinery background and understanding of specialist practices.
• Ability to operate and maintain workshop equipment and tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address technical challenges in a workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance to staff and students in workshop sessions, ensuring smooth delivery of Joinery programmes.
• Actively contribute to the success of Construction departments by offering technical expertise and troubleshooting support.
• Provide technical assistance and advice by supporting academic staff and students in workshop activities.

Skills

Joinery background

Workshop tools operation

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Level 2 vocational qualification

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Rotherham College

Rotherham Education Services (RES) supply casual and temporary staffing to the RNN Group. The RNN Group consists of Rotherham, Dearne Valley and North Notts colleges.

Full time (37 hours per week)

Temporary until July 2026

£13.23 per hour plus holiday pay

Rotherham College

Rotherham Education Services (RES) supply casual and temporary staffing to the RNN Group. The RNN Group consists of Rotherham, Dearne Valley and North Notts colleges.

Are you passionate about supporting the learning journey of students within education?

A Technician with Construction Skills offers a chance for you to carry out a varied role where you will help support and develop of the facilities on offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Provide hands‑on assistance to staff and students in workshop sessions, ensuring the smooth delivery of programs in Joinery.
• Program Support: Actively contribute to the success of our Construction departments by offering technical expertise and troubleshooting assistance.

You will have the opportunity to work in our workshops and you will use your knowledge, experience and ideas to continuously improve our current processes and procedures with the potential to develop these further to create the best training facilities in South Yorkshire.

You will also be responsible for providing technical assistance and advice by taking an active role in supporting academic staff and students in all workshop activities.

Have you got what it takes to be successful?

To be successful as a Construction Technician you will need;

• Construction Background: A strong understanding of various aspects of Joinery and different specialist practices is essential.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain workshop equipment and tools.
• Problem‑Solving: Excellent problem‑solving skills to address technical challenges and provide timely solutions.
• You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths (or be willing to undertake), training in Health and Safety Principles and First Aid at Work but these are not essential. You should also have a Level 2 (or above) vocationally relevant qualification in a core discipline.

Department Info

The role of Technician will work closely with our team of Technicians within the areas of Construction and Engineering, supporting our Lecturers and Curriculum Team Leaders as well as Apprenticeship Skills Tutors in practical workshop sessions. You will report to the Curriculum Team Leader within the designated area on a day‑to‑day basis.

Why register with us?

• Full & part time hours available
• Holiday Pay (Hourly paid assignments)
• Dedicated co‑ordinator to help you through the process of applying and whilst you are engaged with us
• Access to NEST Pension Scheme
• Access to RNN gyms, restaurants and salons
• Dedicated training programmes accessible throughout the year

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group's main goal is to be an 'outstanding' education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too;

• We are Inclusive,
• We have Integrity,
• We Deliver,
• We are One Team.

We are OFSTED 'Good' (November 2022)

We celebrate diversity and are proud to have been recognised as Investors in Diversity for our commitment to the FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement) Model. This means that you'd be working in a supportive environment that encourages, recognises and celebrates effort, achievement and cooperative attitudes. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, faith or disability. We are also proud to be part of the Disability Confidence Scheme.

The RNN Group is proud to be part of the South Yorkshire Institute of Technology (SYIoT).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. All new employees will be required undertake a DBS check and other associated checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance.

All candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Monday 21 September 2026 - if you are shortlisted for this post you will be contacted within a week of the closing date.

To find out more about this exciting career opportunity, please visit:

http://www.rnngroup.co.uk/careers/vacancies/

If you require further information about this vacancy please email Louisa Sanderson on [e-mail] or call 01709 722803.