Engineering Technician

About the role

We are seeking an Engineering Technician to join our team at the Ellesmere Port Campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation, storage and maintenance of materials and equipment within curriculum areas.
• Provide technical support within the Engineering department.
• Develop and construct activities for use in practical sessions.
• Assist in practical classes by carrying out demonstrations and trialling practical activities.
• Carry out risk assessments for technical activities.

Key Person Specification Requirements

• Level 2 (or equivalent) in relevant discipline.
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) Maths and English.
• IOSH qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards.
• Valid first aid certificate (or willingness to work towards).
• Proven experience of working in an Engineering environment.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• Access to world‑class facilities.
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education, e.g. short online courses.
• Financial support to obtain teacher qualification.
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS).
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• On‑site fitness and childcare facilities.
• Employee benefit platform.
• On‑site Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Staff Awards.

Location and Salary

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, United Kingdom£24,784 to £26,592 per yearPermanent – Full‑time

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Other Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence, and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.

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