We have a fantastic opening for an Electrical Technician to join us to work as part of a great team who are down to earth, knowledgeable and supportive.
The Electrical Technician will be responsible for contributing to an outstanding experience for our students and we welcome applicants that are new to teaching or are currently working in a non-educational sector and are interested in a career change. Our Electrical Technician will also contribute to inspire and motivate students to excel in their field of study and work.
Responsibilities include:
- To support students in the workshop to develop their vocational skills
- To ensure that the teachers you are working with have the resources and support needed to deliver outstanding lessons
- To assist the management team and teaching colleagues in delivering high learning value, financially efficient programmes (including physical resource and budget management) and to lead on innovation and efficiency in the delivery of learning
- To support the behaviour management of students in the workshop and across campus – ensuring their health, safety, wellbeing and conduct is in line with college and departmental policies and ethos
- To help students develop modern, safe working practices and behaviours – in both technical (vocational skills) and employability skills.
- To proactively develop and promote close links with employer/industry partners – including suppliers
- To support supervision and management of students on placements, offsite visits and related activities
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The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be learner and quality focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. They should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within their core values.
Education & Training
- Relevant Level 2 vocational qualification or above
- GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
- GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
Experience
- Academic or industrial or commercial experience in an area relevant to Electrical Installation
- Experience of pastoral care: trainees, work experience, apprentices, students, colleagues, new employees to the industry/business
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Thursday 1st December 2022
Bradford College
At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate, postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme (Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme)
- Development Opportunities (training days and Personal Development Plans)
- Money saving options with local organisations
- Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing activities
- Discounted Parking
- Short walk from Bradford Train Stations
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
Bradford College is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds and with all different kinds of life experiences. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.