Brickwork Technician
Location: Chippenham
Salary: £24,331 rising to £24,841 per annum
Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Brickwork Technician to join our team.
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500students.
Brickwork Technician- The Role:
Are you passionate about brickwork and looking for a rewarding way to pass on your skills? Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a dedicated Brickwork Technician to join our Construction team. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced tradespeople or those keen to transition into education support, to play a hands-on role in developing tomorrows skilled workforce.
Brickwork Technician- Key Responsibilities:
What you will do:
* Prepare and organise materials, tools, and equipment for practical brickwork sessions.
* Work alongside lecturers to ensure smooth, efficient delivery of hands-on classes.
* Create and maintain a safe, clean, and motivating workshop environment.
* Support students during practical tasks, reinforcing health & safety standards.
Brickwork Technician You
What we are looking for:
* An NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Brickwork or a related construction discipline.
* Experience in bricklaying or construction with a solid understanding of workshop tools and health & safety.
* Practical, organised, and ready to solve problems on the spot.
* A great communicator and team player who enjoys working directly with others.
If you love working with your hands and want to inspire the next generation of tradespeople, this role offers a fulfilling career path where your expertise truly makes a difference. At Wiltshire College, youll be part of a supportive community dedicated to excellence in education and training.
Brickwork Technician-Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 30 days annual leave for Professional Service Staff plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
- Free onsite car parking
Brickwork Technician Application Process:
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.
To submit your application for this exciting Brickwork Technician opportunity, please click Apply now.
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.
Closing date: 30th November
Shortlist date: 1st December
Interview date: TBC
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