Engineering Technician (TSO)


Company:	Vacancy Filler
Salary:	£25,789.18 to £26,149.18 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wisbech, PE13 2JE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Sept 2026
Closing date:	16 Sept 2026

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JOB TITLE: Engineering Technician (TSO)LOCATION: WisbechHOURS: 37 hours per weekSALARY: £25,749 - £26,149 per annumThe Engineering team is seeking to recruit a Teaching Support Officer (TSO) to support the day-to-day operation and effective running of our well-equipped Engineering workshops.The ideal candidate will have a sound general knowledge of the Engineering industry, a practical and proactive approach, and a positive “can-do” attitude. They will play an important role in supporting the teaching team and helping to maintain a safe, engaging and immersive learning environment in which our students can develop their practical skills, confidence and industry knowledge.This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career within further education. Working closely with experienced teaching staff will provide valuable insight into the teaching and learning environment and could provide a potential stepping stone towards a future teaching role.We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving Engineering team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams. BENEFITSWe offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development.Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk.For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact David Fannan on david.fannan@cwa.ac.uk Closing date for receipt of all applications: Noon, Wednesday 16 September 2026.Interviews are provisionally scheduled for AM Wednesday 23 September and Thursday 24 September 2026.Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words.We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application.Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.Previous applicants need not apply.CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme.CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date.No agencies please

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