Are you a qualified construction worker looking for a change in career? Or an existing Teaching Support Officer looking for a fresh start? Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of construction specialists to hone their craft and achieve their full potential? Then this could be the role for you. JOB TITLE: TEACHING SUPPORT OFFICER (TECHNICIAN) CONSTRUCTION LOCATION: WISBECH HOURS: 37 PER WEEK SALARY: £24092- £24,292 PER ANNUM Due to sustained growth in student enrolment, the College of West Anglia is seeking to appoint an additional Teaching Support Officer to join our dynamic construction team. This role is integral to supporting both our teaching staff and learners across a range of construction-related programmes. The successful candidate will ideally possess a broad knowledge base and practical experience in various construction disciplines. Areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, Groundwork, Brickwork, Plumbing, and Carpentry. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and knowledgeable individual who is passionate about the construction industry and committed to helping students succeed in their education and future careers. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and contributing to high-quality vocational training, we encourage you to apply. The successful candidate must hold a Level 2 qualification in a related subject as well as English and Maths at Level 2, or be willing to obtain this. We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving construction team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams. BENEFITS We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development. Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates. To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk. For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact David Fannan on david.fannan@cwa.ac.uk Closing date for receipt of all applications midnight, Tuesday 8 July 2025 Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Monday 14 July 2025 at our Wisbech campus Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words. We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application. Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews. CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme. CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk). CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date. No agencies please