As an organisation, we uphold character strengths and mission values that guide our interactions with both students and employees. Familiarity and alignment with these values will be considered positively during interviews.

Safeguarding is our top priority, and all employees and volunteers are expected to uphold high standards of care and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled, hands-on demonstrations in carpentry techniques for students
• Lead practical workshops focused on measuring, cutting, assembling, and installation
• Support tutors in designing and implementing lesson plans and course curricula
• Assess student progress and provide personalised guidance to improve capabilities
• Maintain hardware, tools, and workshop equipment to ensure learning environments are safe and functional
• Engage with industry to ensure curriculum relevance and practical relevance
• Advise on lifelong learning and career development opportunities
• Maintain confidentiality, safeguarding policies, and wellbeing protocols

Requirements & Skills

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Carpentry or a related construction discipline
• Practical industry experience as a qualified Carpenter (preferably with recent involvement in teaching or mentoring)
• Strong understanding of carpentry techniques, including timberwork, joinery, and associated tools
• Exceptional communication skills – ability to explain concepts clearly and encourage participation
• Commitment to inspiring and engaging with learners, from a variety of backgrounds
• Flexibility and adaptability to support students with varying needs (including SEND and SEMH)
• DBS Enhanced Disclosure – successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS checks
• Physical capability for hands-on practical work
• Ability to comply with job requirements regardless of location or educational setting

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• On-site canteen
• Company events and social gatherings
• Access to memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff training days
• Funded professional development related to your role
• Staff communities, including EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) and neurodiverse support networks
• Career progression opportunities

Eastern Education Group values continuous professional growth and is committed to enhancing your career trajectory while offering an attractive pension scheme, staff Wellbeing programmes, and supportive working environment conditions.

Application Process

To apply, follow these steps:

• Completed application forms are to be submitted via the organizational portal on our website (submission portal not open – use provided word format instead)
• Applications submitted before 1 pm, 15 July 2026
• Applications must be detailing preference for full- or part-time within the form
• If you have not heard from HR within 14 working days of closure, assume your application was not successful for this opportunity

We encourage early applications and emphasise this is a job without online direct forms – ensure you apply the correct way as detailed above.

Important Notice:

Applications will not be accepted to the ‘Apply Now’ button below – it is for notifications only. The application must go through the provided portal process or word form submission.

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Eastern Education Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming candidates regardless of protected characteristics (race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age) in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

For further information, please contact recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk.