Construction Trainer: Hands-On Carpentry & Brickwork Coach

Hmp Leyhill; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

Weekdays only

Generous pension

Professional development opportunities

EAP 24/7 access

NUS discounts

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

HMP Leyhill is recruiting a Construction Trainer to deliver practical, hands-on construction sessions and train learners in real trade tasks. The role suits someone seeking a more stable, indoor teaching environment while leveraging extensive trade experience.

You'll work Monday to Friday with no weekend shifts, in smaller groups, with generous holidays and a strong pension. You’ll be trained to become a qualified teacher and supported in professional development.

Qualifications

• Hands-on construction and maintenance experience.
• Willingness to train others and teach practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical, hands-on construction sessions (not just classroom-based).
• Show learners how to carry out real trade tasks safely and correctly.
• Support individuals to build confidence, skills, and work readiness.
• Adapt teaching style to the learner, similar to on-site mentoring.
• Keep basic records of progress and work as part of a workshop team.

Skills

Hands-on trade experience

Job description

HMP Leyhill is recruiting a Construction Trainer to deliver practical, hands-on construction sessions and train learners in real trade tasks. The role suits someone seeking a more stable, indoor teaching environment while leveraging extensive trade experience.

You'll work Monday to Friday with no weekend shifts, in smaller groups, with generous holidays and a strong pension. You’ll be trained to become a qualified teacher and supported in professional development.