Technician - Construction

Bedford College Group; Corby; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Corby is seeking a part-time Technician in Construction to ensure workshop safety, manage resources, and assist in teaching. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 NVQ in a relevant field and practical experience. Responsibilities include maintaining a compliant workshop environment and supporting student learning. This role offers a salary of £23,557 - £25,849 pro-rata and promotes a positive and engaging educational experience.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

People's pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in the construction industry.
• Willingness to gain First Aid and forklift certification.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensures tools and equipment are secure and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Manages consumables, inventory, and budget tracking.
• Assists lecturers in workshop preparation.

Skills

Workshop Maintenance & Safety

Stock & Resource Management

Support for Teaching & Learning

Operational Duties & Compliance

Student & College Engagement

Education

Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction or building services trade

Job description

Overview

Role: Technician - Construction
Location: Tresham College - Corby Campus
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £23,557 and £25,849 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, 27 days annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus Bank holidays, People's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 14.8 hours per week - 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent - Part Time

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Technician in Construction to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Technician, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Workshop Maintenance & Safety - Ensures all tools, equipment, and materials are secure, serviceable, and compliant with health and safety standards, maintaining a clean and hazard-free environment.
• Stock & Resource Management - Manages consumables, equipment inventory, and budget tracking, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining accurate records of stock and tool usage.
• Support for Teaching & Learning - Assists lecturers and trainers in workshop preparation, supports practical delivery, and manufactures teaching aids to enhance student learning experiences.
• Operational Duties & Compliance - Oversees workshop discipline, site security, and risk assessments, while ensuring all activities align with college policies and safety regulations.
• Student & College Engagement - Supports student development, contributes to marketing and engagement events, and upholds safeguarding, EDI, and professional standards across all construction workshop areas.

About you:

• Qualifications & Industry Experience - Holds a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction or building services trade, with hands-on experience in the construction industry and a willingness to gain First Aid and forklift certification.
• Technical Knowledge & Safety Awareness - Demonstrates strong understanding of safe working practices, COSHH, hand tools, and machinery, with awareness of current construction industry standards.
• Professional Skills & Values - Organised, self-motivated, and aligned with values such as student focus, high performance, and respect; consistently supports a high-quality learning environment.
• Communication & Teamwork - Communicates confidently across formats, maintains accurate records, and contributes positively to team dynamics while respecting others' expertise.
• Safeguarding & Flexibility - Committed to safeguarding and health and safety, with a flexible approach to working hours and locations, and a dedication to continuous professional development.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: TBC

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

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