Senior Workshop Instruction Assessor in Carpentry and Joinery

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Job description

City of Portsmouth College has been formed by the merger of Portsmouth College and Highbury College and was formally constituted on 1 August 2021.

The newly formed College will give students of all ages even greater flexibility with their programmes and access to dedicated subject facilities at the different campus locations. The joint organisation will also expand a uniquely flexible curriculum offer within the city of Portsmouth, comprising A Levels, vocational diplomas, apprenticeships and higher education qualifications.

Over the coming academic year, Portsmouth College and Highbury College will retain their individual identities and will be unveiling the new City of Portsmouth College brand in September 2022. Candidates wishing to apply for vacancies should continue to do so via the relevant college website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Workshop Instructor Assessor in Carpentry and Joinery

Job Title: SWIA in Carpentry and Joinery

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £23,675.41 - £29,703.09 (Depends on Qualifications and Experience)

Campus: Northarbour Construction Centre

Do you have a passion for Carpentry and Joinery?

Have you ever considered passing your knowledge and skills onto the tradespeople of tomorrow?

Does your current role lack a challenge?

Do you want to work for a college with over 50 years teaching and learning experience within a friendly and professional team of specialist experts?

YES?

We have an exciting opportunity to mix your trade passion with supporting and developing the next generation of Carpenters. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Carpentry and Joinery Team to support students with workshop tasks and activities. We are looking for a strong team player who is committed to ensuring excellence for our students, is resilient and willing to learn and develop new skills.

This role is a great first step into teaching where you will be working with a team of Lecturers. Machining experience is desirable along with the ability to demonstrate all round Carpentry and Joinery Skills.

The role will be a mixture of classroom-based delivery which will involve teaching the theory elements of the Multi-Trades courses as well as employability skills and the practical sessions in the workshops. You will work closely with the Team Leader and Job Coach between the Highbury Campus and Northarbour Campus. The role is for 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year based at our Northarbour Centre.

What we can offer you:

• You will be working within a friendly and professional team who are specialist experts
• Competitive market rate salary
• 23 days' annual leave per annum, plus eight Bank Holidays and three days Christmas Closure
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A canteen, hair and beauty salon and childcare nursery
• A sports centre with a 50% discount for staff
• Student Discount (NUS, Unidays, Student Beans)

City of Portsmouth College also offers extensive support to new staff including:

• Regular support and coaching throughout your first year
• A Mentor who will help you settle in to the College
• A thorough Induction programme
• Access to Learning and Development including a Free Course Voucher
• Employee Assistance Programme

So if you think you have the technical skills, experience and passion? Then come and join a 'Amazing College with Amazing Staff' and drive your career forward 'The City of Portsmouth College Way'

For further information on this role, please download the Job Description.

Only applicants through our website will be accepted. To apply for the role please complete our application form. CV's will not be accepted!

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