Job Title: Sports Technician

Department: Commercial Events

Contract: Part Time, Permanent, Term Time Only (38 weeks)

Salary: £16,651 – £17,312 per annum (actual salary)

Hours: 30 hours per week

Pension: NEST Pension Scheme

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and reliable Sports Technician to provide practical support across our sports facilities and activities. The role involves preparing equipment and learning environments, maintaining safe and organised facilities, and supporting the delivery of curriculum and commercial activities. The successful candidate will also support bookings and events across the Curriculum Sports Department; Schools provision and the School of Engineering (SOE).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and prepare sports equipment, facilities and practical learning environments.
• Ensure sports areas comply with health and safety requirements and report any defects or issues.
• Support curriculum sports activities, commercial events, venue hire and facility bookings.
• Assist teaching staff with the preparation of materials, equipment and practical sessions.
• Manage stock control of consumables, kit and equipment, ensuring resources are organised and secure.

Please find the full job description here –Sports Technician

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Relevant coaching qualification (desirable).
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training relevant to the role.

Experience

• Experience working within a sporting environment.
• Experience in a similar sports, leisure or facilities support role.
• Experience managing or supporting outdoor sporting facilities.
• Experience supporting events, activities or venue operations.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of sports rules, regulations and sporting environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good IT skills relevant to the role.

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Julie King, Commercial Community & Events Coord on J.King@mbro.ac.uk

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the Northeast, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive.

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.