Location: Dunstable
Salary: £27,717 - £32,515 per annum (pro‑rate) DOE and Qualifications
Contract: Permanent – Full Time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, People’s pension, Retail and leisure discounts, professional and personal development opportunities
Right to work: Must have Right to Work in the UK. No sponsorship is offered.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a Creative Industries Technician to join our Creative Art’s department at The Bedford College Group.
As a Creative Industries Technician, you will play an important role in the success of our students through:
- Provide hands‑on support to lecturers and learners, preparing equipment and assisting with practical sessions across creative disciplines.
- Maintain, repair and manage specialist equipment, stock and booking systems to ensure resources are safe, functional and industry‑ready.
- Set up and maintain professional, industry‑standard studios and workspaces that support high‑quality teaching and learning experiences.
- Implement risk assessments, COSHH procedures and safe systems of work, ensuring full compliance with health, safety and safeguarding standards.
- Guide students in using equipment and software, support inclusive learning and contribute to events, projects and wider departmental activities.
About You
- Level 2/3 in Media, IT or Creative fields with GCSE English & Maths (or willingness to achieve) and commitment to safeguarding, EDI, First Aid and Health & Safety training.
- Practical experience using creative digital equipment and editing software, aware of safe working practices, risk assessments and industry workflows.
- Ability to maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues and support engaging, professional learning environments for a diverse range of learners.
- Strong organisational and communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively while building positive relationships with staff and students.
- Proactive, reliable and adaptable; committed to safeguarding, CPD and supporting wider college activities across departments and events.
- If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, you may demonstrate alignment to PGCE CertEd information.
Vision Values
- Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
- Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
- Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
- Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
- Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
- Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Legal / Safeguarding
- This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
- Applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
- Applicants who are barred from working with children will not be considered.
Terms and Conditions
- 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
- 27 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
- People's Pension
- Retail and leisure discounts
Contact Details:
Central Bedfordshire College Recruitment Team
