Brickwork Technician
Location: Chippenham
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to develop into higher graded positions
Do you have experience in the bricklaying or construction industry and want greater stability and security? Or do you hold a qualification in Brickwork and want to turn it into a rewarding career?
If youre ready to move away from physically demanding site work, this is your chance to enjoy a healthier work-life balance and make a real impact.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your trade skills to a team that values your experience, offers long-term security, and gives you the chance to shape the next generation.
What We Offer
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to develop into higher-graded positions.
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time: 37 hours per week
Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts
Outstanding Benefits
Great Local Government Pension Scheme (Strong financial foundation for your future)
Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave, plus 8 paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days 2-week paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal, and financial advice
Free On-Site Gyms available at multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail, tech, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work efficient way to save on commuting costs and stay active
Professional Development opportunities to grow your skills and career
Additional Perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive offers on attractions
A stable role with benefits that support your life both now and later.
What Youll Do
Maintain safe and well-organised Brickwork workshops
Support practical learning sessions and hands-on construction projects
Help students build confidence and gain essential bricklaying skills
Take pride in tools, equipment, and a professional working environment
What Youll Bring
NVQ Level 2 or above in Brickwork (or a related qualification youre keen to put into practice)
Practical knowledge of bricklaying and masonry work
Why Choose This Path?
Continue using the trade skills youve worked hard to develop without:
Everyday heavy labour
Long commutes and unpredictable jobs
Seasonal work gaps or job insecurity
A role that keeps you connected to the craft, while giving you time back for life.
Make a move that truly pays off
If you're ready for a more secure, balanced, and rewarding future, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
PLEASE NOTE:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Closing date: 3rd March 2026
Shortlist date: 4th March 2026
Interview date: TBC
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