We have an excellent opportunity to join our fantastic Apprenticeships & Business Development department as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician.

The Technician will be responsible for supporting the Tutor in ensuring that the teaching, learning and assessment environment is set up and safe for the apprentices.

Please note this is a Part Time position working 14 hours per week.

Responsibilities include:

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To take the lead for health and safety practices of the Refrigeration and Air conditioning technician team.

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Ensuring equipment and stock for Refrigeration and Air conditioning programmes is ordered by the team.

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Ensuring compliance with College procedures and regulations of all Apprentices

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Advising/recommending suitable suppliers

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Ensuring that records of goods in stock and goods ordered are maintained across the team.

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Ensuring the Refrigeration and Air conditioning department is in a tidy and organised state across the team.

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To provide technical assistance, including one-off demonstrations on the operation of instrumentation and equipment to teaching staff and students.

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To move equipment and materials to different locations as required from time to time.

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To carry out technical duties appropriate to his/her own skills and to prepare various items of equipment and teaching aids as required.

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To prepare materials for practical classes and ensure correct disposal of waste.

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To ensure that equipment is in a safe and serviceable condition. To plan routine maintenance and safety checks, and to carry out repairs as needed.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You 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 your core values.

Education & Training

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GCSE in English and Maths Grade A*- C, 9-4, or equivalent qualification

Experience

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Experience of working with candidates with a wide range of abilities.

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Experience of working within a customer focused environment

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Current knowledge and relevant occupational experience in the assessment area.

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Ability to engage and motivate candidates.

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Excellent communication skills

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

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. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim 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 in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

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Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays

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Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure

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Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution

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Annual salary reviews

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Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally

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Free sports and gym facilities

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Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space

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Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders

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Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback

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Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

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 note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.

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