Overview
Job Title: Carpentry and Joinery Technician
Department: Sustainable Construction
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £26,537 - £28,761 per year
Job Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025
Description
This role provides ongoing technical support to both staff and students within the Carpentry and Joinery Department at The City of Liverpool College, located at the Vauxhall Road Centre. The department comprises three dedicated Carpentry and Joinery student workshops, as well as a fully equipped staff machine workshop.
Key Responsibilities
* To provide technical support for the Carpentry and Joinery staff and students, and at times, the other departments within the School.
* To be responsible for supervising workshop spaces including the maintenance of tools and equipment and to prepare plans and schedules that meet the requirements of planned activities.
* To liaise with the Deputy Head of School to ensure an inventory list is in place and accounted for, to maximise the effectiveness of all specialist resources.
* To work in collaboration with the Technician Supervisor to ensure both facility and resource upgrades are monitored, and equipment is kept current to industry standards (finance permitting).
* To use own specialist knowledge within Carpentry and Joinery to carry out a range of specialist and diverse tasks to support an effective, user friendly and professional service.
* To provide general support for the teaching of students in the area.
* To set up and operate a range of equipment to an agreed service level.
* To demonstrate a range of equipment to staff/students and instruct them on the safe use of equipment and techniques.
* To support the design of the equipment/workshop layout.
* To carry out regular maintenance tasks, including a range of testing to ensure equipment remains in good working condition. This will include more complex equipment which may require a licence to operate.
* To establish systems to ensure accurate records of maintenance are kept.
* To transport goods and equipment using trolleys/vehicles around the School.
* To train staff, both in the Carpentry and Joinery and across the School of a lower level of knowledge in particular areas of expertise.
* To undertake risk assessments to ensure risks are understood and mitigated.
* To comply with internal and external health and safety guidelines, instructions and regulations.
* To assist with budget and resource management.
* To monitor levels of stocks and consumables and order replacements in line with the college financial regulations.
* Where it is identified as necessary, handle cash/cash equivalents.
* Comply with college security, stock control, cash handling procedures, standards and audit requirements.
* Comply with financial regulations within own area of work.
* Ensure high levels of customer service promoting a positive image of the College at all times.
* Resolve problems and issues, diagnose faults and respond to complaints and queries, and where necessary refer on to the appropriate person.
* Comply with set quality standards and procedural instructions.
* Attend/arrange meetings as requested to support the work activities.
* Help to ensure, through good working practices, that the objectives, values and aims of the college are achieved on time.
All staff responsibilities
* Carry out any such other relevant and appropriate duties within the framework of a post of this grade, that may from time to time be required at a location determined by the needs of the service.
* To make full use of new technology in all aspects of job requirements.
* To attend and participate in School meetings and development groups.
* To participate fully in staff development and practice, including available in-service training opportunities, the delivery of in-service training to others in the area of specific responsibility, and the college appraisal system.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential Criteria
* Qualified in the subject area or relevant industry experience
* Significant, proven experience in a Carpentry & Joinery related position
* Specialist knowledge of Carpentry and Joinery equipment and machinery
* Ability to use a wide range of workshop-based equipment, portable power tools and hand tools safely and confidently
* Be experienced at heavy lifting and working at height
* Experience of co-ordinating a technical team to support a performance
* Ability to work both as a member of a team and independently using own initiative
* Have strong customer focus and communication skills
* Good practical skills and the ability to demonstrate to others
* Must be committed to their own Continuous Professional Development
Desirable Criteria
* Experience in the use of Portable Appliance Testing equipment (PAT)
* Relevant maintenance knowledge within domestic, commercial and industrial applications
* Hold a current driving license
* Hold a recognised Health and Safety certificate, IOSH, NEBOSH
Benefits
Why Join The City of Liverpool College?
Benefits of working at the College
As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.
Pension Scheme
You'll be part of the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 20.20%, one of the best pension packages in the sector.
Leave entitlement
Up to 27 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter.
Employee Benefit Platform
As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond.
Health and Wellbeing
As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, counselling, and support for issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You’ll also have access to an online wellbeing portal and the Wisdom App for wellbeing tools. You’ll be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers and free flu vaccinations.
Travel
We’ve partnered with Arriva to offer savings on bus travel, plus interest-free loans to buy annual travel passes.
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support work-life balance.
Professional Development
We offer formal and informal professional development opportunities to sharpen skills and accelerate career growth.
College Benefits
Staff can access college facilities such as sports and fitness, discounted services at on-site salons, and staff discounts at the Academy Restaurant.
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