Technician in Carpentry and Joinery. Job in Newtown Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Newtown; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is seeking a Technician in Carpentry & Joinery to provide technical support and maintain workshop environments in Newtown. The role requires a level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline, knowledge of Health and Safety, and relevant experience. Job involves preparing materials, supervising learners, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. This is a temporary position for 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline required.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent) needed.
• IT literate to level 2.
• Relevant experience is essential.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain practical working environment for teaching.
• Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for use.
• Check and repair equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe workshop environment.
• Maintain stock levels of tools and materials.
• Supervise learners in the workshop.
• Organise issue and return of tools and materials.
• Participate in risk assessments.

Job description

Technician in Carpentry & Joinery

To provide technical support across the curriculum area of the school of Construction & Built Environment (in Carpentry & Joinery). This is a temporary position for 30 hours per week, based in Newtown.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an appropriate practical working environment for teaching and learning.
• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for use.
• Check, maintain and, where possible, repair equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well‑organised environment in the workshop.
• Maintain stock levels and provide accurate and current inventories of tools, equipment and materials.
• Assist in supervising learners within the workshop.
• Help organise the issue and return of tools, equipment and materials to users.
• Participate in risk assessments of practical activities.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline, level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths (GSCE or equivalent) and be IT literate to level 2. Candidates should also have relevant experience. The ability to operate and maintain machinery equipment and a knowledge of Health and Safety requirements are essential.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be fully compliance checked prior to commencement including references and enhanced DBS and must be registered with EWC as Further Education Support Worker.