Technician in Construction

Cheshire College South & West; Crewe; On-site; GBP 21,066 - 28,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to world-class facilities

Financial support to obtain teacher''s

Extensive upskilling and professional 

Pension scheme with generous employer

Up to 51 days annual leave

Onsite fitness and childcare

Employee benefit platform

Onsite Costa, café, shop and hair/eyes

Free onsite parking

Employee Referral Scheme

Staff Awards

Job summary

Cheshire College South & West is seeking a Technician in Building Services at the Crewe Campus. The role supports the Electrical, Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery streams, preparing sessions and equipment while delivering practical demonstrations and activities.

We offer a permanent post with a salary around £24,784 per year pro-rata for 14.8 hours weekly, plus extensive benefits and opportunities for professional development at our Crewe Campus.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• GCSE Maths and English (minimum C).
• IOSH qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• First aid certificate (or willingness to work towards).
• Proven experience in Building Services environment.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sessions, workshop equipment and materials within the Building Services curriculum area.
• Provide technical support within the Construction department.
• Develop and construct activities for use in practical sessions.
• Assist in practical classes, carrying out demonstrations and trialling practical activities.
• Maintain materials and equipment in the area; and
• Carry out risk assessments for technical activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 in relevant discipline

GCSE Maths and English

IOSH qualification

First aid certificate

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Technician in Building Services (EL453)

Salary: £24,784 per annum rata per annum (Actual £9,913)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 14.8 per week

Location: Crewe Campus

We are seeking a Technician in Building Services to join our team, the role will be based at our Crewe Campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Technician to support in the provision of a quality support service for learners, visitors, customers and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare sessions, workshop equipment and materials within the Building Services (Electrical, Brickwork, Carpentry, Joinery) curriculum area;
• To provide technical support within the Construction department;
• Develop and construct activities for use in practical sessions;
• Assist in practical classes, carrying out demonstrations and trialling practical activities;
• Maintain materials and equipment in the area; and
• Carry out risk assessments for technical activities.

Key Person Specification Requirements

• Level 2 (or equivalent) in relevant discipline;
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) Maths and English;
• IOSH qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards;
• Valid first aid certificateor willingness to work towards;
• Proven experience of working in a Building Services (Electrical, Brickwork, Carpentry, Joinery) environment;
• Excellent organisational skills; and
• Enhanced DBS check.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

We do not consider applicationssubmittedthrough recruitment agencies.

The selection process will take place on 10 September2026

Benefits

• Access to world-class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. Ifyou’reinterested in learning more about this, please [e-mail].
  • Equality and Diversity
  • Infrmation, Advice and Guidance
  • Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
  • Principles f Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension schemewith generous employer contributions(28.68% for TPS and 20% for LGPS)
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurantsandhair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, then please [e-mail] arrangements will be made for a discussion with the relevantdepartment.

About Us

Cheshire College - South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result ofa £160m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester.The College isin the process of implementinga £30m capital investment programme to ensure learners continue to have access to the best possible resources and environment.

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications that will prepare them for their future career or higher-level study, encouraging them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy.

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing an environment to get involved in exciting activities and an opportunity for learners to make new friends.

The College is proud of its strong links with local Employers such as Bentley Motors, Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks,Ecolaband Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals as well as ensuring the curriculum offerremainscurrent and relevant to local,regionaland national needs.

Crewe Campus

Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning.As well as our modern classrooms, the Crewe Campus boasts:

• A multi-purposesportshall;
• Climbingwall;
• Fitnessgym;
• TV and radio studios with specialistequipment;
• Mockaircraftcabin;
• Award-winning restaurant, TheAcademy;
• Hair,beautyand barberingsalons;
• Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops; and
• New Institute of Technology(Construction began2024).

Cheshire College South and Westisan equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants willbe requiredto provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will besought.