Construction Teaching Assistant

Job Advert: Plant and Construction Teaching Assistant – Exeter

Location: Exeter, Devon
Position: Plant and Construction Teaching Assistant
Start Date: Immediate/January 2024
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time

Are you passionate about construction and plant operations? Do you want to inspire and support young people in developing essential skills for the industry? Teaching Personnel is looking for a dedicated Plant and Construction Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant team in Exeter.

This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in plant machinery, construction, or related trades who wants to make a difference in education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the lead instructor in delivering engaging and practical lessons on plant operation and construction skills.
• Assist students in using tools, equipment, and machinery safely and effectively.
• Provide one-to-one and group support to help students develop technical skills and confidence.
• Maintain a safe and organized workshop/classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to support students with additional learning needs.
• Promote health and safety practices in all activities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Practical experience or knowledge in plant operations, construction, or related fields (e.g., carpentry, bricklaying, groundwork, machinery operation).
• Passion for education and helping young people succeed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in teaching, training, or mentoring is advantageous but not essential.
• A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of shaping the next generation of construction and plant professionals.
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities through Teaching Personnel.
• Work in a supportive and inspiring educational environment.
• Competitive daily rates of pay.

How to Apply:

If you’re excited to share your expertise in plant and construction and inspire the workforce of tomorrow, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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