Reference: JUL20266198
Expiry date: 22:59, Fri, 31st Jul 2026
Location: Blackbird Leys
Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent pension, fantastic onsite facilities
Activate Learning is currently recruiting a Construction Technician to work within our Construction and Engineering faculty based at The Leys college.
About the role as a Construction Technician
As a Construction Technician, you will work across our Plumbing and Brick workshops supporting teaching staff and students in both areas, assisting with the maintenance of workshop machinery and ensuring that all facilities are of the highest standard for our students, supporting the teacher in class. This is a full time (37 hours per week), permanent contract.
Responsibilities
You will have experience in general construction with knowledge of Plumbing and bricklaying an advantage. You will be responsible for maintaining a wide range of tools and equipment within a workshop environment, ensuring they are safe and fit for purpose. You will also oversee the health and safety of the workshops and machinery, so experience of working in a similar environment and a sound understanding of safe working practices are essential.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and time management skills and be able to support teaching staff during practical sessions if required. While you will not be expected to teach or lead classes independently, you will play an important role in supporting learners and the effective delivery of practical activities. You will also be responsible for ordering tools and equipment to ensure workshops remain fully stocked and operational.
Qualifications
Experience in general construction, with knowledge of Plumbing and bricklaying preferred.
Experience overseeing health and safety, managing workshop tools and equipment, maintaining safe work environments.
Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, ability to support teaching staff during practical sessions.
Employee Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
- On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
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