Teaching Support Officer (Technician) Construction (Full or Part Time)

Vacancy Filler; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused FE college in Wisbech is seeking a Teaching Support Officer (Technician) for its construction team. The ideal candidate has experience in Groundwork, Brickwork, Plumbing, and Carpentry, and holds Level 2 qualifications in related subjects. This full-time position offers excellent training, generous leave, and various benefits including a contributory pension scheme. Applications are accepted until Monday, 4 August 2025.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus closure days

Fee waivers on some courses

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts with local businesses

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified construction worker or existing Teaching Support Officer.
• Proactive individual passionate about construction and student success.
• Willingness to obtain Level 2 in English and Maths if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff and students in construction programmes.
• Assist in various areas such as Groundwork, Brickwork, Plumbing, and Carpentry.

Skills

Broad knowledge in Groundwork

Practical experience in Brickwork

Experience in Plumbing

Skills in Carpentry

Education

Level 2 qualification in a related subject

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Teaching Support Officer (Technician) Construction (Full or Part Time)

Are you a qualified construction worker looking for a change in career? Or an existing Teaching Support Officer seeking a new challenge? Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of construction specialists? Then this could be the role for you.

Job Title: Teaching Support Officer (Technician) Construction

Location: Wisbech

Hours: 37 per week (Part-time considered for a minimum of 2 days per week)

Salary: £24,092 per annum

Due to growth in student enrolment, the College of West Anglia seeks an additional Teaching Support Officer for our construction team. This role supports teaching staff and students across various construction programmes.

The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge and practical experience in areas such as Groundwork, Brickwork, Plumbing, and Carpentry. This is a great opportunity for a proactive individual passionate about construction and student success.

Applicants must hold a Level 2 qualification in a related subject, along with Level 2 English and Maths, or be willing to obtain these.

We are a community-focused FE college based in East England, with a thriving construction department. We offer excellent training, supportive teams, and benefits including generous leave, pension scheme, discounts, and more.

Benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave plus college closure days and bank holidays
• Fee waivers on some courses
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounts with local businesses
• Cycle to work scheme

To apply or view vacancies, visit www.cwa.ac.uk. For role-specific questions or visits, contact David Fannan at [e-mail].

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 4 August 2025.

Applications should be written in your own words. We may use AI checks on applications. Interviews are face-to-face only. We are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews for disabled candidates meeting essential criteria. All appointments are subject to references, DBS checks, and online searches. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Full safeguarding policies are available on our website. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. No agencies please.