Specialist Technician - Engineering

Chichester College Group; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Haywards Heath is seeking a Specialist Technician in Engineering to support high-quality teaching in their STEM Centre. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background and experience with engineering tools. This role involves providing expert support to staff and students, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• A proactive individual with a strong technical background in engineering.
• Practical experience working with engineering tools, machinery, and materials.
• Committed to supporting education and student success.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support to staff and students in practical engineering sessions.
• Maintain, prepare, and manage equipment and resources in STEM facilities.
• Ensure a safe and efficient learning environment.

Skills

Technical background in engineering

Experience with engineering tools and machinery

Organised and safety-conscious

Team player

Job description

Overview

Worthing College, part of the Chichester College Group

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Join our brand-new, state-of-the-art STEM Centre at Worthing College and help shape the engineers of tomorrow!

We are seeking a Specialist Technician in Engineering to support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning within our dynamic Engineering department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a passionate team in a modern and inspiring environment designed to foster innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support to staff and students in practical engineering sessions.
• Maintain, prepare, and manage equipment and resources in our cutting-edge STEM facilities.
• Ensure a safe and efficient learning environment by adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Support the development of exciting and hands-on learning experiences.

Qualifications and attributes

• A proactive individual with a strong technical background in engineering.
• Practical experience working with engineering tools, machinery, and materials.
• A commitment to supporting education and student success.
• Organised, safety-conscious, and an excellent team player.
• Experience working in a brand-new STEM Centre equipped with the latest technology is desirable.
• Be part of a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team and contribute to the growth of a vibrant Engineering Department.
• Make a real difference in the future of young engineers.

Application process and interview

Interview date: 8 October 2025

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

About safeguarding and equality

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include checks of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the disability confident approach; we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme — the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over Christmas; option to purchase up to 5 additional leave days.
• Discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and nurseries (campus-specific).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to other courses.
• And much more — see the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for full details.

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