Job Description

Closing date: Monday 26 May 2025

Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. Craven College offers full-time courses for 16-18-year-olds, apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of 'enriching lives through learning'. Tyro Training is our commercial training division which offers a wide range of training courses for both individuals and businesses in Skipton.

We continuously invest in our excellent, industry standard facilities with a new 1.6m purpose-built Animal Management Centre on our Aireville Campus followed in 2022 by the construction of new equestrian facilities including an international sized arena and outdoor warm up area.

We are currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated Electrical Technician and Instructor, To assist with the preparation of equipment and resources to support the successful delivery of the curriculum in the Construction area, mainly in electrical installation; maintaining, organising and servicing of machinery, tools and equipment. To provide an efficient and effective support service in the practical workshops and assessment areas, the ideal candidate will prepare workshop tools, equipment and resources ready for practical sessions in Construction, as requested in advance by the tutors. The ideal candidate will assist with the security and storage of specialist tools, equipment and resources, assisting with the safe transportation of equipment for use within or outside the College.

Essential requirements:

Qualified to Level 2 (GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willing to work towards completion within a specified time frame)
Minimum of level 2 relevant vocational qualification; Minimum Level 3 Teaching Award in Education and Training, or willing to work towards; Experience of maintaining, setting up and using the machinery in the relevant vocational area; Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively to meet tight deadlines; Ability to work in a team and with students with a wide range of abilities and needs; Liaise effectively with college staff, students, external visitors and outside suppliers; Ability to move, lift or carry equipment; ability to work at heights; Current First Aid at Work qualification or willing to work towards; Self-motivated and enthusiastic, with good time-management skills; Knowledge and experience in relation to stock control and inventory; Practical knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, safe working practice and risk assessment; Experience of instructing or teaching; Ability to work flexibly to a consistently high standard on own initiative with minimal supervision; Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet tight deadlines Ability to work effectively as a team member; Good interpersonal skills; Willingness to work flexibly around the needs of the College, including occasional evenings or weekends; Full driving licence and access to an appropriately insured vehicle; Qualified First Aider, or willing to work towards qualification; Up to date IT skills, timely processing of orders and response to requests via email; Willingness to support staff as required in other specialist areas within the College; Willingness to undertake continual professional development and training, in line with the needs of the College.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment.

Craven College is committed to equal opportunity in the provision of services, employment, and educational opportunities. Applications are considered on merit and are welcomed from all suitably qualified applicants.

Where specific qualifications are required for the position for which you have applied, it will be necessary for you to produce certificates for verification. You should give full details of all examination results and grades. If you are unsure about your results or grades you should indicate this. You should also include any qualifications which you are currently working towards and any non-examined, but relevant, training and development. Teachers are required to complete details of teaching qualifications.

A disclosure check with the Disclosure & Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.

We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information including a full job description and to apply, please visit our website www.craven-college.ac.uk/jobs

If you have not heard from us within 28 days of the closing date on this occasion you have not been shortlisted. However please feel free to apply for futures roles as appropriate.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,989.00-27,942.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: B239