Technical Support Facilitator (Construction) (Barnstaple)

Exeter College; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension: 17%

43 days paid holiday

Progression opportunities

Rewarding job

Salary up to £26,500

Job summary

Exeter College in Barnstaple is seeking a Technical Support Facilitator (Construction) to help across our Construction departments. You don’t need specialist trades qualifications; a hands-on approach and awareness of health and safety are valuable.

You’ll organise tools and materials, keep workspaces tidy, prepare for practical lessons, and support learners by explaining tasks clearly. This role offers a supportive team and opportunities to learn across trades, with a strong focus on safety.

Qualifications

• We're seeking someone organised and reliable with a practical understanding of construction tools.
• Experience not required; awareness of tools, materials, and health and safety is beneficial.
• Good communication to support students and explain tasks clearly.

Responsibilities

• Order tools, equipment and materials and monitor stock levels.
• Maintain workspaces and ensure the building is clean and safe.
• Prepare for practical lessons and set up equipment.
• Support lessons by guiding students and sharing practical knowledge.
• Assist across construction trades and uphold health and safety standards.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Patient

Clear explanations

Flexible

Handy with tools

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Technical Support Facilitator (Construction) (Barnstaple)

Hours

Hours Up to 37 hours per week

Contract Type

Contract Type Permanent

Location

Location Barnstaple

Closing Date

Closing Date 08/11/2026

Job Description and Person Specification

Good with your hands? Organised and tidy? Background in any of the construction trades?

We’re looking for someone super‑organised to work across our Construction departments. You don’t need any specialised experience / qualifications for this role, but an awareness of tools and materials and knowledge of Health and Safety would be an advantage. Whether you’re a bit handy around the house, or have previously worked in the construction trades, we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll need to be…

• organised and reliable
• supportive, patient and approachable
• happy to help students, with a great knack for explaining things simply and clearly
• flexible and happy muck to in and do what’s needed
• handy with tools and equipment
• Understand health and safety requirements

What you’ll be doing…

• ordering tools, equipment, materials – keeping stocks just right
• maintaining workspaces, keeping the building in tip top condition
• preparing for practical lessons
• supporting lessons by guiding students and sharing your knowledge
• lending a hand in all trade areas within construction
• Ensure a consistent and effective approach to Health and Safety is maintained

In return, you’ll get…

• an impressive 17% pension. No, that’s not a typo. We’ll pay an extra 17% of your salary into your pension pot
• at least 43 days’ paid holiday per year. That’s not a typo either
• progression - if you’re up for it, and you’ve got what it takes. Many of our staff started out doing this role
• a truly rewarding job, working with likeminded people who really care about what they do
• Up to £26.5k salary

For a chat or a tour contact Joe Gill, People Team Manager, via email at [e-mail]

Take a peek at the job description for more details.

Closing date: midnight 8th November 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy early

We will be holding a selection process for this position on 16th November 2026 at our Barnstaple campus, EX31 2BQ