Apprenticeship Trainer - Plumbing and Heating

Buckinghamshire College Group; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Flackwell Heath seeks three Trainers for their Apprenticeship program in Plumbing & Heating. The role involves delivering training in various settings, promoting additional learning opportunities, and working with staff to enhance the curriculum. This full-time position requires a commitment of 37 hours per week across multiple campuses. The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme – TPS

Generous annual leave and Bank Holidays

Access to free training & professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at local businesses

Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing and heating or related vocational area.
• Ability to deliver training in various settings.
• Support for apprentices' educational journey.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to apprentices in classroom and workshop settings.
• Promote additional qualifications and training options.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to improve curriculum.

Skills

Vocational knowledge

Collaboration with teaching staff

Industry expertise

Communication skills

Job description

Trainer – Apprenticeships in Plumbing & Heating

We are looking to recruit three Trainers to support our growing Apprenticeship programme of Plumbing & Heating specialists. The role will be based across our Aylesbury and Wycombe campuses, with travel throughout Buckinghamshire, and involves a full time commitment of 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

About the College
Buckinghamshire College Group is a further‑education college with three campuses in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe. We support over 5,000 learners each year and work closely with local employers such as Pinewood Studios, NHS Trusts and Flannery Plant Hire, among others, to provide industry‑relevant education.

Responsibilities

• Pass on up‑to‑date vocational knowledge and expertise to apprentices in classroom, workshop and site settings to develop employability and life skills.
• Promote and discuss additional training, qualifications and courses with employers to be incorporated into apprentices’ training plans.
• Use industry experience to develop and support our apprenticeship students’ educational journey.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and industry partners to enhance the curriculum and learning experience.

Benefits

• Pension scheme – TPS (Teacher Pension Scheme)
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays and an additional leave purchase scheme
• Access to free training & continuous professional development
• Bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support
• Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing
• Discounts at the Aylesbury Day Nursery, Aylesbury Hair & Beauty (HAB) Salon, and local business corporate discount schemes
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to work and other local business employee discount schemes

Commitment to Safeguarding & Equality

All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks. Bucks College Group is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike.

Disability Confident & EEO

We are a Disability Confident employer and will generally offer an interview to any applicant who declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job. For more details, please visit our website.

Taking Teaching Further Scheme

The College actively engages with the Education & Training Foundation’s Taking Teaching Further scheme to recruit industry professionals into teaching roles within Further Education. As an industry professional, you will be supported to achieve Level 3 Award in Education and Training, with the option to progress to Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.