General Support Assistant

Posted 7 hours 54 minutes ago by City of Glasgow College

Permanent
Full Time
Trades & Services Jobs
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Description
General Support Assistant

Permanent

Full Time, 35 Hours per week

Salary: Grade 1 Bar £25,062 - £25,826 per annum (Starting salary commences at £25,062)

We are looking for a full time General Support Assistant to join our Construction Workshops team. You will provide essential hands on support to the day to day operation of our busy construction hall, working as part of a team under the direction of the Workshop Supervisor to ensure our practical teaching spaces are safe, well maintained, and ready for use.

This is a labouring role and will involve the movement and handling of materials, tools, and equipment, the preparation and clearance of work areas before and after classes, and general maintenance tasks within the construction hall. You will also assist students and staff with the safe use and storage of tools and equipment, and support the Workshop Supervisor with stock control and management of consumables.

To apply for this position, you must have previous experience in a labouring, trade, or workshop support role, along with a good understanding of health and safety in a working environment. You must be physically fit, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team. A CSCS card or equivalent health and safety certification would be desirable, as would experience in a construction trades or education environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland's leading colleges with access to great development opportunities within a motivated skilled workforce. Our modern Riverside Campus and City Campus provide a world class working and learning environment. Additionally, the College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

  • Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (including bank & public holidays)
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Access to occupational health & a 24/7 confidential employee support service
  • Access to a dedicated health & wellbeing team
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to campus facilities such as Costa Coffee, City Market (Bakery), Hair and Beauty Salon, College Gym, Library Services
  • Exclusive discounts from high street retailers

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Applications Close No Later Than Midnight on Tuesday 23rd June 2026.