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Carpentry and Joinery Technician

Job details
Posting date: 13 June 2024
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £22824 - £23302 per annum
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 June 2024
Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0ES
Remote working: On-site only
Company: eTeach UK Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 1429526

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Summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Carpentry and Joinery Technician to join our team.
Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Salary: £22,824 rising to £23,302 per annum (Professional Servies Grade 4 & 4a)
Job Type: Full - Time, Permanent (37 Hours pw, 52 weeks per year)
Closing Date: Tuesday 25th June 2024
Carpentry and Joinery Technician - The Role

Are you passionate about carpentry and eager to share your skills with the next generation of craftsmen and women? Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a dedicated and experienced Carpentry and Joinery Technician to support our students in achieving excellence.

Carpentry and Joinery Technician - Key Responsibilities

* Support Learning: Assist instructors in delivering high-quality carpentry training by preparing materials, tools, and equipment for practical sessions.
* Maintain Workshop: Ensure the carpentry workshop is safe, clean, and well-organised, adhering to health and safety standards.
* Equipment Management: Maintain and repair tools and machinery, ensuring all equipment is in optimal working condition.
* Student Assistance: Provide guidance and support to students during practical sessions, helping them develop their skills and confidence.
* Resource Management: Manage inventory of materials and tools, ordering supplies as needed to ensure seamless operation of the workshop.
* Collaborate: Work closely with the carpentry teaching staff to enhance the learning experience and contribute to curriculum development.

Carpentry and Joinery Technician - You

To apply, you will hold:

Level 2 (GCSE A-C) qualification in English and Maths or a willingness to work toward them.

* Level 3 qualification or above in a relevant subject area or equivalent knowledge and experience in wood machining or carpentry and joinery.
* Experience: Proven experience in carpentry, with a strong background in both practical and theoretical aspects of the trade.
* Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of carpentry techniques, tools, and materials.
* Skills: Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
* Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students and staff.

Carpentry and Joinery Technician - Benefits:

* Competitive salary
* 30 days annual leave for Professional Service Staff, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
* Free onsite car parking.

Carpentry and Joinery Technician Application Process

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Carpentry and Joinery Technician opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.

Applications for this role close on the 25th June 2024

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