BSE Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician

City & Guilds Group; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional assessment organization is seeking Independent End-point Assessors to evaluate apprentices' competence aligned with their standards. This role allows individuals to utilize their expertise while earning additional income through competitive rates. Applicants should possess relevant assessor qualifications and a minimum Level 3 in Plumbing & Domestic Heating. Experience in the industry and a commitment to ongoing professional development are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold an assessor qualification(s).
• Be qualified to a minimum of Level 3 within Plumbing & Domestic Heating discipline.
• Currently working within the industry.
• Have in depth knowledge and understanding of the Plumbing & Domestic Heating sector.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document apprentices' competence against Apprenticeship Standards.
• Provide advice and support on End-point Assessment sites.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development.

Skills

Assessment skills

Industry knowledge

Communication

Support and advising

Education

Assessor qualification

Level 3 in Plumbing & Domestic Heating

Job description

Overview

Job Reference: 11058

Date Posted: 5 September 2025

Location: North West, North East, East of England, East Midlands

Salary: On Application

Role Summary

We are currently recruiting for suitable, qualified individuals to become Independent End-point Assessors (IEPAs), who will assess apprentices' competence in line with City & Guilds End-point Assessment policies and procedures.

We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. We work hard to be inclusive in our approach to recruitment and associate opportunities, whilst still ensuring we meet our regulatory requirements. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from diverse and underrepresented communities.

Role Description

For more information please see the role profile.

Our IEPAs assess and document apprentices\' competence against Apprenticeship Standards. Provide advice and support on End-point Assessment sites and to the End-point Assessment Team. This role is a great opportunity to use your industry expertise, work alongside your current job, build additional income with competitive daily rates, and continue to expand your own skills and development.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document apprentices\' competence against Apprenticeship Standards as an Independent End-point Assessor (IEPA).
• Provide advice and support on End-point Assessment sites and to the End-point Assessment Team.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development and maintain up-to-date knowledge of End-point Assessment policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Hold an assessor qualification(s).
• Be qualified to a minimum of Level 3 within Plumbing & Domestic Heating discipline.
• Currently working within the industry.
• Have in depth knowledge and understanding of the Plumbing & Domestic Heating sector.
• Applicants must also meet the criteria set out in the Plumbing___Heating_Technician_person_specification.pdf.

Application Process

To apply for the role please complete the online application, mapping your application to show where you meet the requirements set out. Applications that do not clearly show this are unlikely to move onto the next stage of our recruitment process. It is also important that you submit a detailed CPD log with your application that demonstrates how you have maintained competency in the industry, not just generic CPD training.

Following a successful review and vetting of your application, you will be invited to a training session for the Independent End-point Assessor (IEPA) role. Please note IEPAs are contracted on an annual basis and are not directly employed by the City & Guilds Group.