Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit an Instructor/Technician in Carpentry on a full time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £24,263-£25,573 per annum.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
About Us:
At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College's Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work. You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.
The Instructor/Technician in Carpentry Role:
As the Instructor/Technician in Carpentry, you will provide technical, instructional, and health & safety support across wet trades (Carpentry and Multi-skills) .
Construction is based across two sites. The North Road campus consists of Brickwork, Plastering, Multi-skills, Electrical, Plumbing, Gas and Green Energy. Each area has its own workshop designed to provide students with realistic and safe working environments, supported by classrooms equipped with appropriate teaching resources.
Key Responsibilities of the Instructor/Technician in Carpentry:
Supporting lecturers, instructors, and students in maintaining high standards of workshop operation, including preparation, clearing away, and housekeeping
Preparing, organising, and demonstrating safe use of tools, equipment, and materials to students
Providing technical demonstrations and supervise practical student activities where appropriate
Maintaining, repairing, and organising tools, equipment, and workshop spaces to a high standard
Managing stock levels, prepare and clear away materials, and maintain accurate inventory records
Ordering materials and resources, negotiating prices and discounts to ensure value for money
Taking responsibility for health and safety across workshops
Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, internal policies, and safe systems of work
Working closely with the College Health & Safety Team and Learning Managers to monitor and improve standards
About You:
Level 1 (or equivalent) English and Maths
Site or labouring experience
Background in carpentry is desirable
Communication skills including written and verbal
A passion for supporting the next generation of skilled workers
Benefits:
You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary:
27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years' service
up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period
Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Instructor/Technician in Carpentry rolethen please click ‘ apply' now! We'd love to hear from you!
Closing date:- 3 November 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.
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