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North Kent College
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Tonbridge, United Kingdom
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Posted:
16.07.2025
Expiry Date:
30.08.2025
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Job Description:
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join North Kent College’s Building Services Engineering team as a Technician.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to provide essential technical support across our range of Building Services Engineering courses, which include Plumbing, Electrical Installation, and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.
In this varied and hands-on role, you’ll work closely with teaching staff to support the delivery of practical lessons, help prepare and maintain learning materials and equipment and contribute to the smooth running of workshops and training environments. You may also be called upon to assist other areas within the wider Construction and Engineering department.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for practical teaching sessions
2. Maintain a safe and organised workshop environment
3. Provide technical support to lecturers and students during practical activities
4. Assist across other technical areas within Construction and Engineering when required
5. Help ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and industry standards
What We’re Looking For:
6. Relevant qualifications or hands-on experience in a Building Services or Construction trade
7. Practical knowledge of Plumbing, Electrical Installation, or Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
8. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
9. A proactive, team-oriented approach
10. Commitment to supporting learners and staff in a dynamic educational setting
Why Join Us?
11. At North Kent College, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality technical education. We offer:
12. Access to excellent workshop facilities and resources
13. A supportive working environment
14. Opportunities for professional development
15. The chance to help shape the next generation of skilled professionals
The Role:
Where you’ll work: This role is based at our Tonbridge campus.
Your hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 52 weeks per annum
Your pay: £23,557 per annum
The College:
North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.
The Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following as a Technician at NKC:
16. 33 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (including 3 days allocated to the Christmas and New Year period)
17. Enrolment onto the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) which includes generous employee/employer contribution rates.
18. Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.
19. CPD days and access to several discount memberships through being an employee at a College.
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next role for you, please visit the North Kent College staff vacancies page to see the full job description and apply.
Please note that the closing date for applications is 14 August 2025, with interviews scheduled to take place on 25 August 2025.
Safeguarding Statement
North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr