About the role:We are currently recruiting for a Technical Workshop Supervisor to work within the Rycotewood HE Wood machine Workshop based in Oxford.
The role will be within our dedicated HE wood machine workshop, working alongside teachers to guide and inspire students to positive learning outcomes, whilst creating and maintain a safe learning environment.
This is a permanent, part-time role working 29.5 hours per week (0.8 FTE) at our City of Oxford College Campus.
What do you need to be successful as a Technical Workshop Supervisor at Activate Learning?The right candidate will have, relevant subject area/extensive industry knowledge and be willing to share these to enhance students skills.
Experience in using wood specific industrial machinery and maintaining them whilst being comfortable handling and maintaining a variety of tools is essential, must have a positive attitude towards proactive Health & Safety.
You will also oversee the Health and Safety of the workshops and machines so experience of administration would be beneficial. It will be your responsibility to lease with the team to agree ordering of tools and consumables when required to keep each workshop fully stocked with the right equipment.
The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills and be able to assist the class teacher with planning study programmes. It will be your responsibility to assist "at risk" learners and support their development. As such you will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and an aptitude for collaboration.
Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Here are some of our benefits:- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups:Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
- Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
- On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
