Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience Closing Date: 21st March 2025 Location: Southall Community College, Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College About Us: At West London College, we are committed to championing innovation, creativity, and inclusivity, and we invite you to join us on this journey. We are proud to offer a diverse, innovative, and supportive environment across our three campuses in Ealing, Hammersmith, and Southall. By bringing your skills to our College, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the education and future careers of our students. As a diverse College, we offer a vibrant work environment with a strong focus on fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement. Join our team and be part of a culture that truly values its staff and students. ________________________________________ About the Role: We are looking to recruit multiple Technician roles in Plumbing, Carpentry, and Plastering to support the delivery of outstanding learning experiences at our Construction & Green Skills Centre of Excellence. These roles are perfect for individuals with industry experience who are looking to help shape the next generation of skilled professionals. Whether you are an experienced technician or someone new to the field, we are keen to receive your application. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the workshops by managing materials, tools, and equipment, while ensuring a safe, organised, and industry-standard learning environment. You will assist with practical demonstrations, support the teaching staff, and contribute to the maintenance of equipment and facilities. You will also play a key part in the development of teaching aids, resources, and assist with assessments, working closely with our passionate and dedicated teaching staff. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: • Support the practical delivery of plumbing, carpentry, and plastering courses, ensuring that workshops and learning environments are fully stocked, clean, safe, and ready for each session. • Assist in the preparation, organisation, and maintenance of resources, tools, and materials, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. • Work alongside teachers to support practical demonstrations and student learning, including supervising learners in the workshop. • Support in the procurement of materials and equipment, keeping accurate records and maintaining a stock inventory. • Contribute to the assessment and feedback process for learners, and help maintain a high standard of health and safety within all practical environments. • Assist with the development and updating of teaching aids and learning resources. • Maintain and support the upkeep of College equipment and facilities in your assigned trade area. • Attend regular departmental and team meetings, and assist with departmental activities such as enrolments and marketing. ________________________________________ What We Offer: At West London College, we value our team members and offer a wide range of benefits to recognize their contributions: • Eye care vouchers • Cycle to Work scheme • Season ticket loan • Computer loan • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Continuous Professional Development opportunities • Access to the College Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) • Discounts at the College’s on-site hair and beauty salon ________________________________________ Important Information: The safety and welfare of our learners and staff are of the utmost importance. As part of our safeguarding commitment, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activities relevant to children. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership. ________________________________________ How to Apply: To apply, please complete an application form before the closing date specified. CVs will not be accepted. Please ensure you also include a supporting statement as part of your application. We may close the application deadline earlier than expected, so please ensure you submit your applications as soon as possible. ________________________________________ Join Our Team If you are passionate about supporting learners and want to make a difference in the lives of future tradespeople, apply now to join our talented team at West London College. We look forward to receiving your application Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Safeguarding Statement West London College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.