We have an excellent opportunity to join our fantastic IT and Audio Visual department as an Audio Visual Technician.
This is an integral role within the department and the college as a whole as it underpins the academic objectives of the institution through support for learning and teaching, achieved through the delivery of effective, efficient and learner-oriented services.
Alongside technical specialists you will integrate existing and emerging IT and Audio-Visual resources into all aspects of supporting Staff and Students.
Responsibilities include:
Act as the first line customer support for students for all IT and AV issues, ensuring that they the key focus. Work closely with the wider IT services team to deliver student focussed services
To provide, coordinate and manage systems for the booking of IT, AV and advanced technologies equipment within the college
To carry out checking and testing of equipment pre and post-loan to ensure that it is in good working order, flagging any items that need repair or replacement
Lead and manage the provision of the learning resources broadcast system and Digital Media and Digital signage (eStream), ensuring compliance with relevant licencing, including backup and maintenance of systems
Manage and project plan all AV and Specialist Technical requirements for events across college, to coordinate and assist in the operation, setting up and movement of equipment as required across all college sites and external venues as required
To provide training and specialist advice to students and staff in the usage of IT, AV and specialist equipment
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The Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.
Education & Training
GCSE 9 - 4 or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths and English or equivalent (E.g. GCSE A*-C, CSE 1, O-Level A-C)
IT related qualification or equivalent recent experience
Experience
Experience with a wide range of AV equipment including still and video cameras, sound equipment and display technologies
Experience providing front line support directly to users of AV and technology
Recent experience and in-depth knowledge of PC support, including both MS Office applications and desktop operating systems.
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
Bradford College
At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.