Carpentry Technician Tutor
Gosport
Temporary - Part time (18 hpw/3 days)

Position Overview:
The Carpentry Technician Tutor will deliver high-quality practical training, technical support, and workshop supervision for learners studying carpentry and joinery. The role combines hands-on technical expertise with the ability to instruct, demonstrate skills, and support learners in developing industry-standard competencies. As a Carpentry Technician you will ensure that workshops are safe, well-maintained, and effectively resourced to support teaching, learning, and assessment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

* Prepare, organise, and lay out equipment and materials needed for practical sessions, ensuring everything is cleared and stored correctly afterward.

* Demonstrate the use of tools, equipment, and practical activities to students and staff, responding to questions and supporting understanding.

* Provide technical guidance and hands-on assistance during lessons, using your expertise to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.

* Assemble, adapt, or demonstrate equipment for staff and learners as directed, including delivering practical demonstrations.

* Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on equipment, and liaise with external contractors when specialist work is required.

* Arrange for equipment to be sent off-site for repair when necessary.

* Install, test, and service equipment regularly to ensure it remains safe, functional, and ready for use.

* Order materials and supplies as needed, advising on the purchase of new equipment and keeping procurement records in line with College requirements.

* Source relevant materials, resources, and articles requested by teaching staff for lesson delivery.

* Support the planning and running of open events, including open days and open evenings.

* Maintain workshops and classrooms to an exemplary standard, reflecting the College's expectations for high-quality teaching and learning environments.

* Take responsibility for ensuring that all required safety checks, documentation, and Health & Safety procedures are fully in place and up to date.

* Keep current with Health & Safety legislation, industry standards, and best practice, sharing updates where appropriate.

* Maintain accurate inventories of equipment, supplies, and other records as directed by the Curriculum Manager.

* Work collaboratively with teaching staff to plan equipment needs and organise timetables, contributing effectively as part of the team.

* Produce risk assessments where required and promote strong health and safety practices.

* Ensure COSHH substances are handled, stored, and disposed of safely, following all regulations.

* Carry out routine inspections of the radiation store.

* Assist in setting up demonstrations when requested by teaching staff.

* Build and maintain external partnerships, when directed, that help enhance and support the curriculum offer.

General Responsibilities

* Maintain a strong focus on health and safety across all areas of responsibility.

* Ensure safeguarding, equality, and health and safety expectations are embedded in everyday practice.

* Uphold a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection, particularly as it relates to vulnerable learners.

* Follow all Trust policies and procedures related to Safeguarding and Child Protection.

* Engage in ongoing training and professional development.

* Comply with all Trust policies, procedures, and expectations.

* Actively support the promotion of British values as outlined in the Prevent Duty.

* Undertake any additional duties reasonably assigned by the Trust Management Team and appropriate to the role.

Apply now or call Lynsey at Key Recruitment for more information