Technical Support Facilitator (Construction). Part time- 3 days a week

TES FE News; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An education-focused organization in Exeter seeks a Construction Support role focusing on Health and Safety and the maintenance of tools and equipment. Ideal candidates should be organized, reliable, and have a knack for helping students. The position offers a salary between £24.4K and £25.8K pro rata, at least 43 days of paid holiday, and a remarkable 17% pension contribution.

Benefits

17% pension contribution

At least 43 days’ paid holiday

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Awareness of tools and materials preferred.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Order and maintain tools, equipment, and materials.
• Support lessons by guiding students.
• Maintain workspace and ensure Health and Safety.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Supportive

Patient

Clear communication

Flexible

Handy with tools

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Job Overview

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 with a focus on Health and Safety as well as ordering and maintaining tools and equipment. 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 to muck in and do what’s needed
• handy with tools and equipment
• sensible and pragmatic about health & safety

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
• maintaining a consistent and effective approach to Health and Safety

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
• c£24.4 - £25.8K salary (pro rata)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all. We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education).