Technician/Instructor in Multi Skills

Technician / Instructor – Multi Skills (Construction)

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Full-time | Permanent | £24,758 per annum
Based at Poole (North Road & Fulcrum Campuses)
Shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople
We're looking for a passionate and practical Technician / Instructor – Multi Skills to join our Construction team at Bournemouth & Poole College.
If you've got hands-on experience in carpentry, multi-skills, or wet trades, and enjoy sharing your knowledge in a workshop environment, this could be the perfect opportunity to develop a role in education.
You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd, a subsidiary of Bournemouth & Poole College.
About the role
You'll play a key role in supporting both students and teaching staff by ensuring workshops run smoothly, safely, and effectively. Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for practical sessions
Maintaining and repairing workshop equipment to a high standard
Managing stock, ordering materials, and ensuring cost efficiency
Supporting practical demonstrations and student learning
Ensuring workshops meet all health & safety standards (including COSHH)
Keeping workshop environments organised, safe, and industry-relevant
About you
We're looking for someone who is:
Level 2 (or equivalent) English & Maths
Experienced in a workshop or construction environment
Knowledgeable about tools, materials, and industry practices
Highly organised with strong problem-solving skills
Passionate about safe working practices
Supportive, patient, and keen to help learners succeed
Willing to gain a teaching qualification
Working at Bournemouth and Poole College
More than just a job.
At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals. We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.
A proud culture.
We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people. We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed. In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed:
"They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices. Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college."
A place to grow and belong.
We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed. You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures. To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work With Us page.
Armed Forces Covenant
As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. xwzovoh The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.
We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.