Technician – Creative Arts
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,157 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2YW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1522261 |
Summary
Technician – Creative Arts
Department: Sixth Form
Salary: £25,157 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full time - 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2325 | Closing date: Sunday, 7th December 2025
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a proactive and skilled Technician to join our Creative Arts team within the Sixth Form. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning by ensuring our specialist facilities and equipment are maintained to the highest standards.
You will work closely with teaching staff to prepare learning spaces, set up and dismantle equipment, and manage resources effectively. Your contribution will help create a safe, inspiring environment for students to thrive in their studies.
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
• Organised and detail-oriented, with excellent IT and record-keeping skills.
• Experienced in a technical support role, ideally with at least one year in a similar environment.
• Qualified to Level 3 in a relevant subject, with GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, risk assessments, and first aid is desirable.
You’ll be a team player with strong communication skills, able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people is essential.
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application.
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 7th December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
Department: Sixth Form
Salary: £25,157 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full time - 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2325 | Closing date: Sunday, 7th December 2025
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a proactive and skilled Technician to join our Creative Arts team within the Sixth Form. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning by ensuring our specialist facilities and equipment are maintained to the highest standards.
You will work closely with teaching staff to prepare learning spaces, set up and dismantle equipment, and manage resources effectively. Your contribution will help create a safe, inspiring environment for students to thrive in their studies.
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
• Organised and detail-oriented, with excellent IT and record-keeping skills.
• Experienced in a technical support role, ideally with at least one year in a similar environment.
• Qualified to Level 3 in a relevant subject, with GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, risk assessments, and first aid is desirable.
You’ll be a team player with strong communication skills, able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people is essential.
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application.
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 7th December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.