Lecturer in Plumbing & Gas

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching across a range of learning programmes as required.
• Conduct interviews, provide guidance, and complete initial and diagnostic assessments to support the selection and induction of learners onto programmes.
• Monitor and assess learner progress within established frameworks, offering regular and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the development, design, review, and evaluation of curriculum content and associated learning materials.
• Lead the internal verification process for the programme and liaise with external verifiers as needed.
• Maintain accurate course files and logs and provide termly quality reports to the Academic Board and Quality Office.
• Act as a personal tutor, offering on-programme support and signposting learners to relevant study support and learner services.
• Attend college events such as open evenings, parents’ evenings, and employer or community liaison activities.
• Participate flexibly in college-wide activities, including duty rotas, enrolment, marketing events, and staff or student initiatives.
• Engage in training and team development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of oneself and others in line with legal requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment to the College’s Health and Safety Policy and contribute to its safety priorities.
• Promote and uphold the principles of equality and diversity in line with the College’s policy.
• Comply with the Child Protection Policy and ensure the safeguarding and welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Plumbing & Gas is essential.
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS, or willingness to work towards) is essential/desirable.
• Assessor qualification (A1/TAQA) and/or Internal Verifier qualification (V1/IQA) is desirable.
• English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent is essential.
• Up-to-date CPD and industry training relevant to Plumbing & Gas is desirable.

Experience

• Proven industry experience with strong practical knowledge of Plumbing & Gas installation and maintenance is essential.
• Experience delivering teaching, training, or mentoring in an FE, apprenticeship, or workplace environment is desirable.
• Experience assessing learners and preparing them for vocational qualifications or apprenticeships is desirable.
• Experience working with awarding bodies and understanding assessment/IV processes is desirable.
• Experience maintaining workshop safety standards and managing tools, equipment, and materials is essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong practical skills across Plumbing & Gas, with the ability to demonstrate techniques safely and effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Ability to motivate, support, and inspire learners to achieve their full potential.
• Good organisational skills, including lesson planning, record-keeping, and assessment tracking.
• Strong classroom and workshop management skills, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learner needs.
• Competence in using IT systems for teaching, tracking progress, and administration.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about education, training, and helping learners succeed in the Plumbing & Gas trade.
• Committed to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work collaboratively within a team.
• Professional, approachable, and supportive in interactions with learners and colleagues.
• Strong awareness of health and safety, with a commitment to maintaining high standards in workshop environments.

What [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Offers

• Generous holiday allowance – 42 days plus bank holidays.
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions.
• Fully funded teacher training (if required) and structured induction.
• Ongoing CPD and free access to Adult Community Learning courses.
• Free onsite permit parking.
• Onsite gym at St Albans Campus and wellness treatments at discounted rates.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted travel through UNO Bus Scheme.
• Eye care vouchers and employee assistance programme.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Staff development days and annual awards.

Additional Information

Department: Plumbing and Gas | Locations: St Albans Campus | Yearly salary: £30,787 - £46,569 | Number of Vacancies: 1 | Employment Type: Permanent | Employment Basis: Full Time | Hours per Week: 37 | Job Advertisement Expiry Date: 30 June, 2026

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and actively welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.

This role may be eligible for the Department of Education’s Targeted Retention Incentive Payment. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/targeted-retention-incentive-payments-for-fe-teachers.