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Technical Demonstrator in Business and Tourism

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Posting date: 24 June 2025
Salary: £14,137 to £15,382 per year
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 24 July 2025
Location: Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Eastern Education Group
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
18 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
Salary: £25,875 - £28,155 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
Actual Salary: £14,137 - £15,382 per annum

We are seeking a dynamic and organised individual to join our team as a Technical Demonstrator in Business & Tourism. This role supports the delivery of technical and practical skills across our Business and Tourism provision. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards in learning environments, supporting learners' development, and contributing to the delivery of engaging, hands-on sessions.

As a vital member of the delivery team, you will be responsible for organising and maintaining resources, supporting classroom delivery, and leading demonstrations that enhance learner engagement. You will assess and record student progress, contribute to open events, and from time to time, be expected to step into a substitute teaching role as needed. Strong interpersonal skills, a relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher), and the ability to inspire and guide learners are essential for this position.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
Family friendly policies and flexible working
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Employee wellbeing initiatives
Free parking
Canteen
Company events
Access to various memberships and discount schemes
Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
Funded subject course development for your role
Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
Career progression opportunities

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk

Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal. If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing Date: 8.00am on Tuesday 1st July
Interviews: Wednesday 9th July

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.

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