Wood Machinist

DN Colleges Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Competitive salary

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Health scheme

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Expense reimbursement

Trade Union membership

Job summary

DN Colleges Group is seeking a skilled Wood Machinist to support the Construction curriculum at our Doncaster campus. You will prepare and machine timber, maintain workshop resources and equipment, and help learners work safely in a practical educational environment.

Reporting to Curriculum Lead, you will supervise learner groups, provide guidance, complete risk assessments, and assist with stock, procurement and safety compliance to ensure high-quality training and learner outcomes.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Bench Joinery is required.
• Level 2 qualification in Wood Machining is required.
• Recent experience in the construction industry is essential.
• Ability to plan and prepare learning resources and maintain workshop equipment.
• Strong communication skills with staff and learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and machine timber for curriculum delivery.
• Set up and operate woodworking machinery (rip saws, crosscut saws, surface planers, thicknessers, wall saws).
• Supervise learners and guide them to complete studies.
• Complete risk assessments, machine checks and safety records.
• Maintain learner records and departmental documentation.
• Support safety inspections and stock/inventory management.
• Assist with procurement for curriculum resources and equipment.
• Represent department at recruitment and events.

Skills

Wood Machining

Communication

Education

Bench Joinery Level 3

Wood Machining Level 2

Job description

The vacancy

DN Colleges is looking to appoint a skilled and motivated Wood Machinist to support the delivery of our Construction curriculum. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced woodworking professional to play a key role in preparing materials, maintaining specialist equipment and supporting learners within a practical educational environment.

Working closely with curriculum staff and the Curriculum Lead, you will prepare and machine timber products, maintain workshop resources and equipment, and help ensure learners benefit from a safe, well-organised and industry-focused learning environment. You will also contribute to learner support, quality processes, health and safety compliance and departmental activities that promote student recruitment and engagement.

This role would suit someone with current construction industry experience who enjoys sharing their knowledge and supporting the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and machine rough sawn timber into sectional sized timbers and moulded components for curriculum delivery.
• Set up and operate woodworking machinery including rip saws, crosscut saws, surface planers, thicknessers and wall saws.
• Support curriculum staff with the supervision of learners and learner groups within workshop environments.
• Provide guidance and support to learners to help them successfully complete their studies.
• Undertake planning, preparation and assessment activities required to meet external body requirements.
• Maintain learner records, attendance information and other departmental documentation.
• Complete and maintain risk assessments, machine checks and safety records.
• Carry out workshop safety inspections and produce relevant reports.
• Undertake stocktaking activities and maintain inventories.
• Support the maintenance, modification and suitability of specialist equipment and resources.
• Assist with the purchasing of services and supplies for the curriculum area.
• Represent the department at open events and other student recruitment activities.

Essential Criteria

• Level 3 qualification in Bench Joinery.
• Level 2 qualification in Wood Machining.
• Recent experience working within the construction industry.
• Ability to plan and prepare learning resources and maintain workshop equipment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both staff and learners.

Benefits for Working for DN Colleges

• Permanent position with a competitive salary of £26,131 to £27,436.
• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays and two weeks at Christmas.
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Access to the Health Scheme.
• Support for professional development and continuous professional learning.
• Opportunity to be part of a collaborative organisation committed to learner success.
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
• Reimbursement of approved business-related expenses.
• Membership opportunities with recognised Trade Unions.

Important Things to Note

• In DN Colleges we call this role Wood Machinist but you might know this as Bench Joiner, Woodworking Machinist, Timber Machinist, Joinery Machinist or Workshop Joiner.
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work in line with safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity requirements.
• Flexibility may be required to support curriculum delivery and college activities.
• Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• We are not looking for agency support for this role.
• If you need more information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Closing date: 17th September 2026

About us

Here at Doncaster College and University Centre we understand that choosing what to do next can be a huge decision. It's not just about the course you choose to study, it is about the tutors, the experiences and the friends you meet along the way.

We have over 120 courses at full and part-time, from entry level right up to university level. As well as the vast amount of courses on offer, we ensure all our students get the right support and guidance whether it is through our careers service, our additional learning support, counselling, student finance and many other services all tailored to each individual.

Our exciting and modern campus is in a central location, packed with workspaces designed to industry standard. We work directly with employers allowing you real work experience and industry insight that you will not get from sitting behind a desk.

The benefits

All employees at DN Colleges Group enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, as well as an additional 2 weeks closure over the Christmas period. We encourage all our teams to take regular breaks, no longer than 3 weeks, to enjoy a healthy work life balance.

DN Colleges Group are committed to Health and Wellbeing of all our employees. We have an increasing number of provisions exclusive to our employees, designed to help you stay at your best or to assist and provide support when you need it.

Health and fitness suite

Generous annual leave

2 weeks off at Christmas

Electric car scheme

• Vivup - Employee Wellbeing and Benefits platform
• Wellness initiatives, onsite during your working week. This could include health visitors, financial advisers, or physio specialists.
• Onsite fitness classes, at lunchtime or after work in conjunction with our Sports colleagues.
• Cycle to Work and Electric car scheme
• Free Eye Care Vouchers
• Discounted Hair and Beauty services
• On site nursery
• Online access to Remploy which is our 24/7 confidential mental health and counselling resource.
• In house counselling/safeguarding specialists to assist in Wellbeing

Lets Teach Programme

Let's Teach The LET's teach programme supports new members of teaching staff in terms of college systems and key teaching and learning areas including new staff lesson visits and postcard peeps. Each new member of staff has an allocated Lead Practitioner who works closely with them throughout the programme.

Let's Bloom

The LET's Bloom Programme aims to connect our experienced and qualified teachers to share best practice and support continued risk-taking as we continue to add depth to our teaching craft. Teachers volunteer on this one year programme, working closely with the Learning Enhancement Team, capturing their experimentation in a journal.