Carpentry Technician

Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 + £6,000 regional allowance + 6% performance bonus Working location: Barking Training Hub Employment type: Full time, Permanent Please note: this role is subject to a DBS background check, carried out as part of our pre-employment screening. Job summary We are on the lookout for a Carpentry Technician, helping to shape the next generation of skilled housebuilders. You’ll use your practical carpentry experience to support our training hubs, keeping materials and tools in top condition while guiding and inspiring apprentices as they learn. This is a hands‑on role where every day brings the chance to share your knowledge, build quality learning experiences, and take pride in developing future industry talent. What you’ll be doing Supporting the senior trainer by preparing materials, tools, and resources for training sessions. Teaching and guiding apprentices during practical workshops when the senior trainer is unavailable. Maintaining a safe, organised, and fully stocked training environment. Constructing and demonstrating carpentry examples to support tuition. Keeping accurate apprentice progress records using our online system. Helping plan and build training structures for learners. Ensuring all Health & Safety, PPE, and first aid standards are maintained. Assisting with site visits, workshops, and presentations to visitors or partners. What we’re looking for Proven experience in site carpentry, including 1st fix, 2nd fix, and roofing. A solid background in housebuilding or site‑based carpentry. Ability to read drawings, plan materials, and maintain a safe workspace. Confident communicator who can guide, motivate, and support apprentices. Organised, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Carpentry qualification at Level 2 or above (Level 3 and teaching experience are a bonus). Full driving licence and willingness to complete First Aid training. What we offer Our benefits package includes 27 days annual leave + bank holidays enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) life assurance subsidised private medical insurance employee discounts platform enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents + many more Who we are At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go‑to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners. Why you should join us As a modern, family‑friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey. We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements. Our inclusive culture We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea‑sharing. Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals and expect all staff to uphold this commitment. Appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and adherence to organisational safeguarding policies. Why NHBC Work for the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new‑built homes We have a range of job opportunities across the UK, including field and home‑based roles within corporate, business operations and field tech. We welcome experienced professionals and those new to the world of work such as trainees, and with our flexible working approach we are open to helping you find a role that works for you. Why work for NHBC NHBC colleagues have access to a wide range of additional benefits and we ensure our packages are attractive to current and potential employees. Flexibility Working flexibly is part of our commitment to supporting a positive work‑life balance and we are always happy to talk about flexible and hybrid working, wherever possible. Bonus We offer a yearly performance based bonus to all employees based on a percentage of salary. 27 days holiday + bank holidays with the opportunity to purchase extra days. Enhanced leave and pay We offer equalised maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents. We recognise the valuable contribution that our colleagues make, benchmarking our salaries, against the wider market to ensure our packages are attractive. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy is focused on providing a shared direction and commitment for the organisation to respect and value our diverse workforce and continue to build a more inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain a workforce that represents the communities in which we work. If you're interested in working at NHBC but haven't found the role for you within our list of current vacancies, please feel free to upload your CV. We will contact you if a suitable position becomes available and will keep your CV on file for up to 18 months. We also recommend checking our careers web page regularly, as new opportunities are posted frequently. National House-Building Council and its subsidiaries (NHBC) engage with preferred recruiters or agencies on a formal basis. NHBC is unable to accept applications from recruiters or agencies who do not have signed terms of business with NHBC. If unsolicited applications or CVs are received from recruiters or agencies with or without such an agreement, NHBC will neither consider nor agree to any payment to that party. #J-18808-Ljbffr