Technician Demonstrator Woodworking Practices

We are looking for a Technician Demonstrator with an expertise in skilled and creative applications of woodwork to complement our excellent technical provision. 

The technical team, and the workshops, studios and resources they manage are key to CSAD’s student experience. The technical team manages CSAD’s technical provision, deploying the School’s equipment and space in a system that ensures fairness and enhances safety, whilst promoting creativity, student-centred learning and initiative.

You will have a broad range of wood working skills, applying these in making creative works or bespoke functional objects.  You'll have experience in using a range of power and hand tools and of supervising, running or overseeing workshop activities.

We welcome applications from individuals interested in a job share arrangement. If you’re looking for flexibility and would like to share this role with another professional, we encourage you to apply. Please indicate your preference for job share in your application.

You’ll lead the way by:

• Supervising creative processes and practices to facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrating techniques and processes. 
• Coordinating requirements and purchasing materials and equipment. 
• Developing own skills and knowledge to support the student experience. 
• Ensuring safe practice through implementation of the School’s Health and Safety policy.

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrable technical / specialist skills in a relevant discipline.
• Hands-on studio experience – You can confidently deliver workshops and have relevant, recognised experience in a studio or workshop setting.
• Clear communication skills – You can explain technical concepts clearly and concisely to support students and colleagues.
• Team-oriented approach – You work well with others, meet deadlines, and contribute to shared goals.
• Commitment to safety – You understand and apply health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment, and will be willing to undertake training and development to implement best practice

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Charlie Bull, Resources Manager on cbull@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact, Aleksandra Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.  

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page. 

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.