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Built Environment & Engineering Technician
One Sixth Form College, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3SU14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
26 October 2026 at 8am
Date listed
12 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Engineering
Working pattern
- Part time (Can be done as a job share): 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £21,527 – £22,213
What skills and experience we're looking for
Join a dynamic technical team where your skills directly support the education and development of young people. No two days are the same, with responsibilities spanning maintenance, workshop support, equipment management, and Health and Safety across multiple curriculum areas.
Your technical knowledge will play a key role in supporting students and staff in a busy, well-equipped environment. The role also requires adaptability to meet curriculum needs, including assisting during practical sessions, preparing materials, and maintaining equipment to ensure the highest standards of learning and safety.
The successful candidate will be well-organised, reliable, and demonstrate a full appreciation of health and safety protocols. You will be required to undertake essential training including first aid, safeguarding, and fire safety. A proactive attitude and willingness to support a flexible and evolving curriculum are essential.
We invest in our staff through ongoing professional development and opportunities to progress, giving you the opportunity to take your career in a direction that suits you. This may include individuals that are interested in getting into teaching, with training available to support this progression.
What the school offers its staff
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
- Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
- Family friendly policies and flexible working
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Free parking
- Canteen
- Company events
- Access to various memberships and discount schemes
- Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
- Funded subject course development for your role
- Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
- Career progression opportunities
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.
At Eastern Education Group, we believe sustainability is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a more sustainable future while reducing our environmental impact and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.
As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.
This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.
The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal.If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
SAT and WSC are committed to Safeguarding. We aim to create the safest environment within which every student has the opportunity to achieve and progress.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About One Sixth Form College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 16 to 19
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- 2404 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
One Sixth Form College wowed Ofsted during their latest inspection, being judged Ofsted 'Outstanding’. Our Sixth Form is now amongst the first educational institutions in the East of England to get the highest possible grade under the new and more challenging Ofsted Framework.
Arranging a visit to One Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk.
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