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Academic and Vocational Support Worker

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University College Birmingham logoUniversity College Birmingham · Birmingham, UK
£24K/yrFull-timeOn-siteToday
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University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Academic and Vocational Support Worker to join our team at our outstanding Chelmsley Wood training facility. This is an exciting opportunity to support learners within a dynamic hospitality and culinary education environment, helping students develop the skills, confidence and industry knowledge required for successful careers in hospitality. Working closely with the Chef Lecturer, Front of House Manager, and wider curriculum team, you will provide learning and pastoral support to both 16-19-year-old learners and adult students, including those with additional learning needs, within our professional training kitchen, restaurant and classroom environments. Based within our state-of-the-art hospitality training centre, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive and supportive learning experience, enabling students to engage fully with practical and theoretical learning while developing the personal and professional skills required by the industry. UCB is committed to providing professional development opportunities So, if you are looking to contribute to the next generation of hospitality professionals, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary DaysExcellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9%Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP ServiceEmployee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement supportAnnual health MOTs with our Registered NurseExcellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorshipA variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycleHeavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central BirminghamHybrid working opportunitiesFree on-site gym membershipExtra Information:All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement.All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher educationClosing Date - 5 July 2026Interview Date - 15 July 2026The University is an equal opportunities employer.Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Additional Information

Job Title: Academic and Vocational Support Worker Location: Birmingham Salary: £23,972 - £24,337 per annum (pro rata of £26,707 - £27,319) - SS2 Job type: Permanent, Full Time (40 weeks - Term Time) UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

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