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We have some exciting opportunities available at Barking and Dagenham College. We are looking for College Motor Vehicle Technician to join our Automotive team.

You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £27,590 - £29,761 pa inc. London Weighting

The purpose of the College Motor Vehicle Technician role is to provide technical support for staff and students at Barking & Dagenham Further Education College, Rush Green Campus, Romford, East London.

Key Responsibilities of our College Motor Vehicle Technician:

• Liaise closely with appropriate Curriculum Manager & Head of Department to ensure that the potholder’s support is directly relevant to the needs of the Directorate in which s/he is placed
• Prepare materials and apparatus for demonstrations and practical work including examination requirements as directed.
• Installation, checking and implementing new equipment and resources and ensuring correct operation.
• The care and maintenance of tools, tool stocks, their issue to and collection from students. 

Our ideal College Motor Vehicle Technician should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Have suitable formal qualifications in the relevant subject area up to level 2, including English and Maths  
•  A Level 2 IT qualification would be desirable
• If you hold a minimum of Level 2 MV qualification, you will need to enrol on a Level 3 course within the first year, enabling support for our Level 3 Students.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and team development skills and have the ability to contribute to the team and its goals. Be able to work independently and as a member of the team 
• Possess good IT and administrative skills and be able to keep accurate tracking records for tools and equipment
• Be able to demonstrate use of equipment ensuring adherence to safe working practices 
• Recent and relevant experience of working in a motor vehicle training centre or similar establishment or working towards level 3 qualification in relevant subject, would be desirable.

If you are passionate about success and can do the above, then we want to hear from you!

You will need to submit a cover letter demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role.

PLEASE NOTE;

• All applications forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
• We have the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.
• This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Barking & Dagenham College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding

All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.  These include (some of which are dependent upon the role and the individual): enhanced DBS including children’s barred list check, DfE teaching/management barred list check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

You will be required to become familiar with College’s policies and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are asked to complete mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Closing date for applications: 18th August 2024

If you would like to learn more about our  College Motor Vehicle Technician role, please click ‘apply’ today!

About Us

Join a truly great college, passionate about success, for our learners, staff, businesses, and communities.

Trusted by over 6,000 learners and apprentices yearly; we provide industry-aligned technical and vocational qualifications across our Barking and Rush Green campuses.  We’ve invested over £50m in our facilities over the past 9 years, providing outstanding learning and working environments including our East London Institute of Technology.

By choosing Barking & Dagenham College, you’ll benefit from:

• a competitive salary including London Weighting
• being part of a team passionate about education and success
• links with industry and CPD opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• a contributory occupational pension scheme
• free parking on site
• travel to work and technology assistance schemes

Join the team.  Be part of it.

To find out more about BDC, visit www.bdc.ac.uk