Wet Trades Technician
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £26,667 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 09 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2YW |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1532961 |
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Wet Trades Technician
Construction
Salary: £26,667 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2361 | Closing Date: Monday 9th February 2026
The Opportunity
Based at our state-of-the-art CUBE facility, you’ll play a vital role in supporting high-quality practical learning across brickwork, plastering and tiling within our Construction department.
Working alongside experienced tutors and curriculum leaders, you’ll help create a safe, well-equipped and industry-standard learning environment where students can develop practical skills, confidence and professional working habits. Your contribution will directly support learners as they prepare for successful careers in the construction industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Preparing and setting up materials, tools, and resources for practical lessons in wet trades such as bricklaying, plastering, and wall and floor tiling.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery to ensure they’re safe and ready for use.
• Assisting tutors and students during practical sessions to support teaching and learning.
• Managing stock levels and ordering materials as needed, keeping accurate inventories and records.
• Ensuring workshops and teaching areas are kept clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Supporting the creation of realistic training environments that replicate construction site conditions.
• Helping with the supervision of students during practical tasks, promoting professional working habits and safe practices.
• Assisting with the assessment of students’ practical work where appropriate.
About You
You’ll have strong hands-on experience in wet trades, ideally across more than one area such as bricklaying, plastering or tiling. You’ll be confident using industry-standard tools, materials and techniques, with a clear understanding of the importance of health and safety.
You’ll be organised, reliable and proactive, able to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team. You’ll enjoy supporting tutors, helping sessions run smoothly, and contributing to a positive learning environment.
You’ll take pride in maintaining a safe, clean and professional workshop and lead by example when it comes to safe working practices. Friendly and approachable, you’ll enjoy working with learners and supporting them to build confidence and practical skills.
Most importantly, you’ll be motivated by helping students succeed and preparing them for rewarding careers in the Construction industry.
Required
• Level 2 qualification in a relevant wet trade
• English and Maths GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or willing to work towards)
• At least 3 years’ relevant industry experience
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
• Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)
• 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
• Discounted 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
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
• 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
Closing date for applications is Monday 9th February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Job Description and Person Specification
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.
Construction
Salary: £26,667 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2361 | Closing Date: Monday 9th February 2026
The Opportunity
Based at our state-of-the-art CUBE facility, you’ll play a vital role in supporting high-quality practical learning across brickwork, plastering and tiling within our Construction department.
Working alongside experienced tutors and curriculum leaders, you’ll help create a safe, well-equipped and industry-standard learning environment where students can develop practical skills, confidence and professional working habits. Your contribution will directly support learners as they prepare for successful careers in the construction industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Preparing and setting up materials, tools, and resources for practical lessons in wet trades such as bricklaying, plastering, and wall and floor tiling.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery to ensure they’re safe and ready for use.
• Assisting tutors and students during practical sessions to support teaching and learning.
• Managing stock levels and ordering materials as needed, keeping accurate inventories and records.
• Ensuring workshops and teaching areas are kept clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Supporting the creation of realistic training environments that replicate construction site conditions.
• Helping with the supervision of students during practical tasks, promoting professional working habits and safe practices.
• Assisting with the assessment of students’ practical work where appropriate.
About You
You’ll have strong hands-on experience in wet trades, ideally across more than one area such as bricklaying, plastering or tiling. You’ll be confident using industry-standard tools, materials and techniques, with a clear understanding of the importance of health and safety.
You’ll be organised, reliable and proactive, able to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team. You’ll enjoy supporting tutors, helping sessions run smoothly, and contributing to a positive learning environment.
You’ll take pride in maintaining a safe, clean and professional workshop and lead by example when it comes to safe working practices. Friendly and approachable, you’ll enjoy working with learners and supporting them to build confidence and practical skills.
Most importantly, you’ll be motivated by helping students succeed and preparing them for rewarding careers in the Construction industry.
Required
• Level 2 qualification in a relevant wet trade
• English and Maths GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or willing to work towards)
• At least 3 years’ relevant industry experience
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
• Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)
• 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
• Discounted 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
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
• 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
Closing date for applications is Monday 9th February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Job Description and Person Specification
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.