West Suffolk College - Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RL
£25,119 - £27,334 per annum
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Permanent
Reference: 6998
Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a dynamic and talented Technician/Demonstrator to provide all care and duties in the college workshops used by staff and students. You will also assist in the practical aspects of electrotechnical skills.

This role provides day-to-day dedicated technical teaching support for students within the college, working alongside our academic staff. You will also support in workshop and class teaching sessions, including demonstrating methods and techniques to students. You will have demonstrable practical experience in the industry and possess a supporting industry qualification.

We are also pleased to offer a brand-new opportunity as a lecturer in electrotechnical. Please contact our team or search on our portal for full details.

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

West Suffolk College provides a dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals seeking to make a real impact in education. As one of the largest further education providers in the region, the college offers a broad range of courses, from apprenticeships to degree programmes, allowing you to contribute to diverse learning paths.

The college is deeply committed to both student success and staff development. With its strong ties to local businesses and industry, you will have the opportunity to collaborate on real-world projects and help shape the future workforce. The supportive and innovative atmosphere encourages professional growth through training and development programmes.

By joining West Suffolk College, you become part of a forward-thinking institution known for its excellent facilities, state-of-the-art resources, and a focus on employability, making it an exciting place to further your career.

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.

To find out more:

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

How to apply:

Please read theJob Description (pdf)

Completed application forms should be made via our: Job profile

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged.

Closing date: 21 February 2025.

Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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.

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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