Draughtsperson (Fixed-term)

About the Role
**_ This role is a one year fixed-term contract._**

What You Will Do
- Assist in the development of architectural designs and drawings for new building projects using software such as Revit, SketchUp, and AutoCAD.
- Update and maintain architectural documentation and drawings for existing buildings within our campuses, ensuring they are accurate and reflect current conditions.
- Collaborate with the Architectural Technologist and Head of Architecture and Design to understand project requirements and contribute to the design process.
- Prepare detailed drawings, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and detailed construction documents.
- Utilise the Adobe Suite to prepare presentation materials and visualisations to communicate design concepts.
- Ensure all architectural drawings and documents are compliant with industry standards and regulations.
- Coordinate with other team members and departments to gather information and resolve any potential design conflicts.
- Maintain an organised archive of all architectural drawings and documents.

About You
- Holds a Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Knowledge and understanding of the drawings and change control process. Working alongside the design manager and projects team produce.
- Knowledge of the construction industry and understanding of how to develop designs to meet changing demands and requirements within the industry.

About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

**SAFEGUARDING**

**EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION**

We recognise, value and champion diversity & Inclusion. As we engage with a diverse student population we want to ensure we reflect that in our staff population too. For us diversity is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. It is important to us that both staff and students achieve their full potential. Diversity is important to us, but inclusion is equally, if not more important. It’s not just about having the representation but also providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone’s contributions and perspectives.

**Benefits**:
There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

- **Annual leave entitlement**:

- If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
- Support Staff 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years service)
- Academic 37 days
- Senior Management 37 days
- **Generous Pension schemes**
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- **Memberships and discounts** - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
- **Travel and commuting**:

- discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
- **Learning and development opportunities** - including staff development days
- **Employee wellbeing initiatives**:

- **Flexible and hybrid working opportunities**:

- this will vary depending on role requirements