Job Description
Job description
About the Role
We are recruiting for a new Technician in our Sustainable Technologies & Motor Vehicle department. The technician will provide essential support to teaching staff to create a safe and effective learning environment for students within a vehicle workshop.
Based at our Printworks Campus, which provides a striking backdrop for students to learn and train in realistic, industry-standard environments.
The campus is home to innovative digital labs, world-class kitchens, tailored engineering workshops and cutting-edge studios, as well as providing real working environments in the commercial.
What You Will Do
• Maintaining a Safe and Efficient Automotive Workshop
• Responsible for upholding high standards in the automotive workshop and ensuring all equipment is ready for use by staff and students
• Keeping the workshop and automotive tools clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety legislation, including COSHH regulations
• Monitoring and ordering automotive stock and consumables, such as oils, filters, and parts
• Safely storing tools, equipment, and materials, adhering to regulations for waste and hazardous material disposal, particularly automotive-specific waste like batteries and oil.
• Will involve direct and indirect interaction with students to facilitate their learning in an automotive context:
About You
• A Level 3 Automotive Maintenance and Repair qualification
• Level 2 English, Maths, and ICT qualifications
• Relevant, up-to-date subject knowledge in automotive technology and be familiar with current workplace practices in the automotive industry
• Prior experience in an educational environment, and basic first aid training would be advantageous
Benefits
There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:
• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 3+ days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
• Support Staff 3+ days
• Academic 44 days
• Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.
We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.
We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.
SAFEGUARDING
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.
For further information about the role, please visit the vacancies section of our website via the apply link.
About the Role
We are recruiting for a new Technician in our Sustainable Technologies & Motor Vehicle department. The technician will provide essential support to teaching staff to create a safe and effective learning environment for students within a vehicle workshop.
Based at our Printworks Campus, which provides a striking backdrop for students to learn and train in realistic, industry-standard environments.
The campus is home to innovative digital labs, world-class kitchens, tailored engineering workshops and cutting-edge studios, as well as providing real working environments in the commercial.
What You Will Do
• Maintaining a Safe and Efficient Automotive Workshop
• Responsible for upholding high standards in the automotive workshop and ensuring all equipment is ready for use by staff and students
• Keeping the workshop and automotive tools clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety legislation, including COSHH regulations
• Monitoring and ordering automotive stock and consumables, such as oils, filters, and parts
• Safely storing tools, equipment, and materials, adhering to regulations for waste and hazardous material disposal, particularly automotive-specific waste like batteries and oil.
• Will involve direct and indirect interaction with students to facilitate their learning in an automotive context:
About You
• A Level 3 Automotive Maintenance and Repair qualification
• Level 2 English, Maths, and ICT qualifications
• Relevant, up-to-date subject knowledge in automotive technology and be familiar with current workplace practices in the automotive industry
• Prior experience in an educational environment, and basic first aid training would be advantageous
Benefits
There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:
• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 3+ days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
• Support Staff 3+ days
• Academic 44 days
• Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.
We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.
We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.
SAFEGUARDING
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.
For further information about the role, please visit the vacancies section of our website via the apply link.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Technician | Automotive |LUM1+283|1453 position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Leeds offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.
