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Apprentice Engineering Technician
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Salary
- Age 16-18 - £7.55 per hour
- Age 19 or over in first year - £7.55 per hour
- Aged 18-20 and have completed first year - £10.00 per hour
- Aged 21 or over and have completed first year - £12.21 per hour
37hrs per week
The Role
Working across both the Higher and Further Education Engineering departments to support the effective delivery of the engineering curriculum. You will be expected to provide day to day co-ordination of workshop / assessment areas whilst working with the team of staff to ensure effective support is provided to both staff and students. You will also be responsible for monitoring and maintaining equipment within the engineering department, coordinating resource usage efficiently to deliver the curriculum.
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What we are looking for
- Hold a Level 2 qualification in English and maths
- Experience of operating a range of relevant equipment, instructing and developing practical forms of delivery in an Engineering context
- Comprehensive IT skills, particularly a sound understanding of any simulation software or using computer software to control physical equipment
- Expected to study towards a level 3 qualification and successfully complete this within 48 months
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
- Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
- Family-friendly policies
- Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
- Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
- A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
- Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
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Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
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