Job Description

Vacancy Name

Construction Academy Technician

Vacancy No

VN5368

Location City

Middlesbrough

Location Postal Code

TS38TD

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours per week

37.50

Working Days & Times

Monday - Friday 08:30-16:30

Salary Minimum Pounds

24570

Salary Maximum Pounds

26000

Description

Learning Curve Group are a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners - and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.

Role Information

As our academy continues to grow we are keen to recruit a technician who will support tutors on a day to day basis by ensuring they have the time to complete learner preparation, learner monitoring, planning and lesson planning. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has a background in construction / trades role and looking to move in to the world of education. As you progress with us you will have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and even stand in for our tutors in their absence.

DUTIES

Carry out learner inductions and associated processes Support a timetable of learning as agreed with the Centre Manager Work in collaboration with team members and the Centre Manager that meets LCG and external expectations Ensure ILPS are completed appropriate to individual learner requirements, paperwork and reviews are contributed towards Complete registers and documentation to the required standards of the contract and ensure that these are communicated to colleagues within their required deadlines Facilitate workshop sessions when required Ensure that support systems are provided to facilitate positive retention, achievement and progression Centre maintenance Ordering of stock and resources Contribute where appropriate to learner disciplinary action requirements Maintain a log of the equipment used by the learners in the centre and take appropriate measures to prevent the loss of equipment through theft Attend standardisation and team meetings at the designated centres Work as part of a team Promote and ensure safe working practices in line with current Health and Safety legislation, including health and safety department inspections and risk assessments Undertake appropriate learning and development activities as required for the job role and maintain a record of all CPD Ensure the work area is clean and safe for all the staff and learners on a daily and ongoing basis Work with learners on an individual or small group structure Excellent communication skills Deliver company core values and vision and be an ambassador for LCG Any other requirement which may be asked of from time to time Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

We love to develop our people so even if you don't meet 100% of the essential criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Educated to Level 2 or above in Mathematics & English Vocational experience in construction Drive and enthusiastic to support learners Passionate about transforming people's lives through learning Self-reliant and able to manage own workload Good organisational and planning skills Ability to work effectively as a member of a team Driving License with access to own car would be an advantage

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.



Don't just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all:

Disability Confident Employer Armed Forces Covenant Silver Domestic Abuse Covenant Durham Enable Care Leaver Covenant

PURPLE PERKS

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

We understand the gift of time, whether it's to see your loved ones or just spending time doing the things you love. That's why in addition to your basic allowance of 26 days your annual leave allowance can rise to as much as 44 days per annum (inclusive of BH) because of these amazing extra leave perks:

Buy & Sell |

You can buy sell up to an extra 5 days annual leave each year

2YRS Service |

Staff who have 2YRS service received an extra 2 days annual leave

5YRS Service |

Staff who have 5YRS service receive a further 2 days annual leave

10YRS Service |

Staff who have 10YRS service receive a further 1 days annual leave

We have a huge range of perks which you can look at

here

HEAD OFFICE PERKS

We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.
Electric Car charging points Free fruit, Coffee and Tea Onsite Shower Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship



If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or need support in applying for this role, please contact our recruitment team on 01388 777129 or Workforus@Learningcurvegroup.co.uk

Working Flexibly

If the working hours, days or times don't quite meet your needs please contact us to see if we can accommodate working flexibly.

Essentia Criteria

Educated to Level 2 or above in Mathematics & English Vocational experience in construction Drive and enthusiastic to support learners Passionate about transforming people's lives through learning Self-reliant and able to manage own workload Good organisational and planning skills Ability to work effectively as a member of a team Driving License with access to own car would be an advantage

Why work for Learning Curve group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!



Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible People & Culture we have been lucky enough to create. Don't just take our word for it though, you can hear from some of our Purple People here:



In addition to working for a company that has been listed as the top 100 companies to work for in 2023, you'll have access to below benefits:
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years Healthcare Scheme Home & Tech schemes Enhanced Family Leave Paid Volunteer day each year Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month Student / Teacher Discount Uniform

HEAD OFFICE PERKS

We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.
Electric Car charging points Free fruit, Coffee and Tea Onsite Shower Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.



Don't just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code

Learning Curve Group stand against hair discrimination in the workplace and champion the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader

Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to help other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold

12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such as its only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.
Domestic Abuse Covenant Care Leaver Covenant Working Chance Ban the box

Recruitment Checks

Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. The successful applicant will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK. For this role, we will also carry out adverse media checks and also need to carry out a DBS check and will ask information related to previous convictions if you are shortlisted for interview.




Please be assured that a previous conviction does not automatically rule you out of a role, unless you are barred from working with children or adults. We will follow our risk assessment process to understand age of, context and relevance to the conviction(s).

Education Level

Vocational

Level of Vocational Experience

2 years

Applications Close Date

21 Nov 2025