Motor Vehicle Workshop Facilitator and Technician  
Part time, 18.5 hours per week
£23,702 per annum pro-rota to £11,851 per annum
Engineering Academy, Town Centre Campus, Burton on Trent

Who are we looking for?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is seeking to appoint a qualified, committed and enthusiastic individual to join our Motor Vehicle team at our Engineering academy.

The successful candidate will support with practical workshop sessions and be prepared to lead on activities with small groups completing motor vehicle specific tasks. They will also be responsible for maintaining the workshop equipment and liaising with the Curriculum Team Leader when repairs are required. Other responsibilities include assisting and leading on health & safety aspects such as risk assessment and equipment inventory. Maintaining correct levels of consumable items, preparing vehicles ready for demonstration, general housekeeping, supporting external visits and open days when required.

The suggested working hours are Monday - Friday, 12.40pm - 4.55pm however, this can be discussed at interview.

Applicants will ideally hold a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles or have experience suitable to these environments, health and safety experience is beneficial. The College welcomes applications from enthusiastic motor vehicle vocational specialists willing to work with young people.

Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.

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Why come and work for us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:

Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff

Generous holiday plans

Free Employee Assistance Programme 

Flexible working policies

Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave 

Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year

On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free annual eye tests

Access to our onsite gym

Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon 

Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values.  We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Tuesday 8th October 2024 .  Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application.  Please note late applications are not acceptable