At City of Bristol College, we offer something for everyone in an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. We operate across vibrant centres throughout the city, with state-of-the-art facilities, expert staff and an inspiring learning environment for our students to thrive in. The newest addition to the college map, the Advanced Construction Skills Centre, is a purpose-built annexe at our South Bristol Skills Academy in Hengrove.
Opened in September 2021, our Advanced Construction Skills Centre is an incredible £9m facility in south Bristol where students studying our construction courses learn the skills they need for a future-proof career. They do so in our modern facility that reflects a real-world working environment.
To reflect the emphasis being placed on eco-friendly practices in the construction sector, modules on sustainability are included in all of our construction courses, equipping our students with the skills that employers are looking for as initiatives get underway to create a greener future for all.
The award-winning, eco-friendly building is home to a range of fantastic facilities including:
- Civils Yard
- Classrooms and Study Areas
- Construction Workshops
- Light Vehicle Workshops
- Electrical Workshops
- Plumbing and Gas Facilities
What’s the opportunity?
We are one of the city’s largest employers with more than 850 staff based at centres across Bristol. We want to help each and every one of our students to reach their goals and we are always looking for fresh talent and new ideas to achieve our mission.
With this in mind, we’re launching a fantastic new opportunity with our Teaching Scholarship Programme.
What we’re looking for:
- Those who are qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in Electrical Installation, Gas Installation, Joinery or Plumbing.
- Those who are experienced in supporting people to develop. For example, through training or mentoring on the job.
- Those who are dedicated to high standards and keen to share their industry knowledge and experience with the next generation of professional tradespeople.
What are the benefits?
Successful applicants will join our teaching training programme for FREE while they start to work for us.
You’ll get a comprehensive package of support including a mentor in the form of our Quality Improvement Coaches to guide you through the process, plus time off to complete the learning within your working hours.
You will secure your teacher training through either the Apprenticeship route or via a Diploma in Teaching and Learning at Level 5 – whatever suits you best.
Crucially, your teaching and assessment package would be fully funded by us, not you!
We also offer a very competitive starting salary and a fantastic range of staff rewards and benefits including:
- A generous holiday entitlement of 35 days, plus an additional 8 bank holidays and 10 closure days over the Christmas period and throughout the year.
- A Teacher’s Pension with generous employer contributions.
- Discounts on local gym memberships and a cycle to work scheme.
- We also offer access to an employee benefits portal with shopping discounts.
- Family-friendly policies including flexible and hybrid working.
Our staff survey results for academic year 2022-2023 found that:
- 92 per cent of respondents are “aware that the college has policies and procedures that support [their] rights and responsibilities.”
- 91 per cent agree that they “understand [their] role and contribution to the goals of the college.”
- 90 per cent of respondents agree that “students are supported to develop positive attitudes to learning and work.”
- 90 per cent agree that “The college has a good future.”
- 87 per cent agree that they are “proud to be a member of staff at the college.”
What our staff have to say:
“Working at the college has given me so many opportunities with a great learning path. Everyone is so friendly and always willing to work together to consistently improve as a college.”
“I would not have progressed at all in my career or had any of the wonderful professional experiences I have been privileged with unless I had received the excellent education and subsequent qualification offered to me by the college.”
“Getting a job at the college has been a real game-changer for my career. I have learned so much and developed in a way I never imagined. I feel respected by my managers and my colleagues and like I am making a real difference to students’ lives.”
During their four-day inspection, a team of fifteen Ofsted Inspectors found that “teachers and other college staff foster mutual trust and respect. Students and apprentices are keen to learn and are supportive of each other in their learning. As a result, students and apprentices display high levels of positive behaviour and are proud of their work. They enjoy their lessons and are motivated to engage in new experiences.”
