Job reference
REQ0001411
Date posted
15/09/2025
Application closing date
31/10/2025
Location
Bede Sixth College Billingham TS23 3HB
Salary
E12 £26,780.67
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Support
Job description
Who we are?
Bede Sixth Form College is a dynamic and ambitious college, recently awarded Outstanding by Ofsted, recongised for delivering exceptional standards of education and training. We offer a comprehensive range of academic, vocational and higher education courses for young people, adult learners, and apprentices. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to achieve their full potential.
As part of The Education Training Collective (Etc.), a group of colleges and training providers in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training and Innersummit- we are driven by a shared vision: 'ONE Etc. – Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond. Our dedicated and skilled staff are at the heart of our success, supporting learners and contributing to the wider community. We are seeking candidates who believe in the power of education to transform lives and who share our commitment to excellence, opportunity and achievement.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Specialist to join our Estates team reporting to our Site Estates Manager. As a Maintenance Specialist with Bede Sixth Form College, you will be responsible for ensuring the college's buildings, classrooms, workshops, and grounds are safe, functional, and well-maintained. This role supports the delivery of high-quality education by providing responsive and proactive maintenance services across the campus.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled maintenance technician with strong general maintenance and electrical knowledge. They'll be detail-oriented, safety-focused, and quick to troubleshoot problems. We're looking for someone who is proactive with preventive maintenance, organised in managing tasks, and adaptable to different systems and technologies. Teamwork and clear communication are essential, but so is the ability to work independently. Most importantly, the right person will bring a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and the hands-on ability to keep our operations running smoothly.
Why Join Us?
We are proud that 91% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more – we've listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:
* Generous annual leave entitlement days per annum, depending on role and length of service)
* Up to 5 days additional leave at Christmas
* Free on-site parking
* Pro-Hybrid working employer
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 15.2% Employer Contribution
* Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme
* Career development opportunities for progression
* Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme
* Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year)
* Free gym memberships/discounted memberships (dependent on site)
* Staff Discounts Package- Save on your weekly shop with discounts and savings at a number of retailers including groceries, electronics, clothing, homeware and much more https://thanking-
* Better Health at Work Scheme – Etc. has achieved the Continuing Excellence Better Health at Work award
* Wellbeing Days (in addition to annual leave)
* Discounted Hair and Beauty treatments available
* Bike2Work Scheme
Schedule
* Monday-Friday with the opportunity to conduct additional duties at the weekend
* Flexible lunch breaks
If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 31st October 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - or email or phone Unlock – phone text
We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.
Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit
* note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please
All applications must be completed via our website