Construction Trades Tutor – FE Instructor (Hands-on & Theory)

Equalteaching; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and professional growth

Low-cost Enhanced DBS checks

Company pension plan

On-site parking

Referral bonuses

TAQA/A1 (nice to have)

Job summary

Equal Teaching in Wales is seeking a skilled trades educator to teach one or more construction trades to FE learners aiming for nationally recognised qualifications. The role covers practical and theory sessions, assessments, and safe workshop management.

Candidates should have Level 3 in a trade, recent hands-on experience, English & Maths at GCSE/Level 2, and a teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one, plus an Enhanced DBS. Nice-to-have TAQA/A1 and mentoring experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in a relevant trade.
• Recent hands-on industry experience at a skilled/craft level.
• GCSE/Level 2 English & Maths, or willingness to achieve this.
• A teaching qualification (DET/PGCE/Cert Ed), or willingness to work towards one.
• Enhanced DBS check (required for the role).

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory sessions in your trade specialism(s).
• Assess learner work and prepare them for trade tests and exams.
• Maintain safe, well-organised workshops in line with industry regulations.
• Support learner progress, attendance and wellbeing as a personal tutor.
• Keep course content current with industry standards and awarding body requirements (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, EAL).

Skills

Hands-on trades

Assessment & tutoring

Safety & compliance

Education

Level 3 trade qualification

GCSE/Level 2 English & Maths

Teaching qualification or willingness

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Equal Teaching | Rhondda Cynon Taf | £160-£200 a day

We're looking for a skilled tradesperson or experienced FE tutor to teach one or more construction trades - Painting & Decorating, Plumbing, Electrical Installation, or Plastering & Tiling - to learners working towards nationally recognised qualifications.

What you'll do

• Deliver practical and theory sessions in your trade specialism(s)
• Assess learner work and prepare them for trade tests and exams
• Maintain safe, well-organised workshops in line with industry regulations
• Support learner progress, attendance and wellbeing as a personal tutor
• Keep course content current with industry standards and awarding body requirements (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, EAL)

What you'll need

• Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in a relevant trade
• Recent hands-on industry experience at a skilled/craft level
• GCSE/Level 2 English & Maths, or willingness to achieve this
• A teaching qualification (DET/PGCE/Cert Ed), or willingness to work towards one
• Enhanced DBS check (required for the role)

Nice to have:Assessor award (TAQA/A1), previous teaching or mentoring experience, additional trade qualifications.

You may be an experienced tradesperson looking to move into teaching, or an established FE lecturer/tutor with strong industry experience.

💡 Why Work with Equal Teaching?

• 🎓 Complimentary CPD and professional growth opportunities
• 💳 One of the most affordable Enhanced DBS checks in the industry
• 💼 Company pension plan
• 🛍️ Exclusive employee discounts
• 🚗 Free or on-site parking available at many schools
• 🤝 Earn referral bonuses when you recommend a friend

Getting Registered is Easy

We match you with rewarding roles in local schools that fit your lifestyle, offering competitive pay and total flexibility. Joining Equal Teaching is simple - we'll guide you through every step:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Valid ID documents
• Two strong references

💡 Earn a £100 Voucher – Refer a Friend!

We’ve placed thousands of educators across Wales through the Welsh Government’s National Recruitment Framework. Know a skilled tradesperson or experienced FE tutor looking for work?

Pass on their details! Once they register and complete just 10 supply days, we’ll send you a £100 gift voucher to say thank you.

• Open to everyone: You don’t need to be registered with us to make a referral.
• Anyone counts: The reward applies whether you refer a colleague, friend, or family member.

🔥 Whether you want daily flexibility or long-term stability, get the freedom, support, and recognition you deserve. Contact Equal Teaching today!