Plumbing & Gas Trainer / Tutor

Apprenticeship Trainer – Plumbing & Heating
Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: £37,200 - £41,880 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time – 37 hours per week

The Role

An established Further Education provider is seeking an Apprenticeship Trainer in Plumbing & Heating to support the delivery of its growing apprenticeship provision.

This role is ideal for an experienced Plumbing & Heating professional looking to move into education and pass on their industry knowledge to the next generation of engineers. You'll work closely with apprentices both on campus and in the workplace, helping them develop the technical skills, knowledge and behaviours required to succeed in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Plumbing & Heating apprentices throughout their training programme
• Deliver training in classroom, workshop and workplace environments
• Conduct apprentice progress reviews and provide developmental feedback
• Build strong relationships with employers and support workplace learning
• Help apprentices develop technical competence, employability skills and industry knowledge
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records
• Promote additional training and development opportunities with employers
• Support apprentices in achieving qualifications and apprenticeship standards
• Travel across the local area to visit apprentices in the workplace

What We're Looking For

• Industry experience within Plumbing & Heating Installation
• Level 3 qualification in Plumbing & Heating or a related discipline
• Strong practical knowledge of current industry standards and practices
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to motivate and support apprentices of varying abilities
• Teaching, assessing or training experience desirable but not essential
• Full support available for candidates looking to gain teaching qualifications

Benefits

• Up to £6,000 Industry Sector Payment
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• Free parking
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Full teacher training and qualification support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible working policy and wellbeing support
• Discounted childcare and other staff benefits

This opportunity would suit a qualified Plumber, Heating Engineer, Gas Engineer or Plumbing Supervisor looking to move away from site-based work and into a rewarding training role where they can help develop future industry talent.