Senior Technician

Sheffield

22/06/2026

Senior Technician

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary

£26,916 - £29,225 per annum

Contractual hours

Basis

Full time

Package

30 Days Annual Leave (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period

Enhanced Employer Pension Contribution into Local Government Pension Scheme

Date posted

05/06/2026

Job reference

RR00001711

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The Sheffield College is a thriving further and higher education community, empowering around 13,000 learners each year to achieve their goals. Driven by our mission to transform lives through learning, we foster an inclusive environment — recognised through our 2026 Investors in Diversity Gold award and 3rd‑place ranking in the National Centre for Diversity’s 2025 Top 100 Most Inclusive UK Employers.

About the Role

As a Senior Technician you will assist the delivery of learning (and preparation for learning) through undertaking a variety of activities in a specific learning environment, such as a Workshop or a Laboratory. You will be required to lead a team of staff providing a comprehensive range of technical and related functions responsive to the needs of the college.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure learning environments are safe and secure, with equipment that is ready and available for the delivery of learning as required for a specific learning programme
• Assist in the design and delivery of learning programmes
• Support members of the delivery team through overseeing the work of students
• Perform general technical duties such as – but not limited to – the assembly of, setting out, checking for operation and dismantling of equipment, tools and materials, as well as storage of substances and equipment which may be of a high risk of harm or injury to students and staff.
• Managing, monitoring and supervising a team of Technicians and related Support Staff. (This may include supervision of a multi-disciplinary team);
• Advising on the suitability of machinery and equipment prior to purchase;
• Undertaking Technician duties in specific areas in accordance with skills, and curriculum demands in all College Centres;
• Providing lecturers with technical support in the students’ learning environment;
• Advising developments in the Programme Area;
• Being involved with staff on matters of a practical nature for example, teaching, training and demonstrating the use of equipment and processes to staff; in liaison with the appropriate Manager, assisting with the supervision and training of appropriate technical and related support staff

If you want to find out more about the role please contact Reiss Bennett, Curriculum Manager - ***email_hidden***

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £26,916 - £29,225 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Alongside your salary, your pension is one of the most valuable benefits of joining the College. The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered locally by SYPA, provides financial security in retirement and support for your loved ones.

Our Full Benefits Package

• SYPA – with a generous employer contribution
• Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing, we offer
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free parking is available at the majority of our campuses
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• A people‑focused working culture where you can grow and thrive

Further information can be found on our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact [email protected]

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps: To apply: Click and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected] CVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 22nd of June 2026

Please be aware – If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.