Technician - Electrical Installation

About the role

We are currently seeking a Technician in Electrical Installation to join our Engineering department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Technician, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Electrical Workshop & Teaching Support - Provide practical support to Lecturers, Trainers and learners within Electrical Installation and wider Construction workshops, preparing work areas and resources to support successful qualification achievement.
• Tools, Equipment & Stock Management - Maintain, service and repair tools and equipment, manage stock inventories and consumables, oversee equipment sign-in/out systems, process orders, and monitor expenditure against agreed budgets.
• Workshop Safety & Compliance - Maintain clean, safe and hazard-free workshop environments, ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations, undertake risk and COSHH assessments, and support day-to-day site and equipment security.
• Learner Support & College Engagement - Provide guidance to learners, manage student conduct appropriately, manufacture teaching aids where required, and contribute to marketing, engagement and wider Construction activities.
• Safeguarding & Professional Standards - Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, and continuous professional development while working in accordance with College policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Holds a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction trade, with practical experience in the electrical industry and English and Maths at Level 2 or a willingness to achieve these qualifications.

Experienced in preparing, maintaining and repairing tools and equipment, managing stock inventories, and applying safe working practices relating to electrical equipment and wider construction activities.

Committed to providing a high-quality learning experience, working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, and making a positive contribution to the team while respecting colleagues' expertise.

Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision, communicates confidently in person, by telephone and in writing, and demonstrates Student Focus, High Performance, Respect, Openness and Honesty.

Committed to safeguarding, equality and diversity, professional boundaries and health and safety, with a willingness to undertake First Aid training, continuously develop skills, work flexibly and travel across College locations as required.

Qualifications

Salary is between £24,552 and £26,754 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, People’s Pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Benefits

• People’s Pension
• Retail and Leisure Discounts
• excellent professional and personal development opportunities
• accessing college courses

Skills

Construction Qualifications & Electrical Experience

Technical & Workshop Skills

Learner Support & Teamwork

Communication, Professionalism & College Values

Safeguarding, Safety & Flexibility

Pay

Salary is between £24,552 and £26,754 per annum DOE

Schedule

37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Requirements

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding Our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.