Construction Trainer - Multi-Trade (FTC)

Educators; Barry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking an experienced construction trainer to deliver hands-on, multi-trade training across brickwork, painting & decorating, tiling and plastering. The role focuses on developing practical skills, employability and progression for learners in a college and work-based setting.

You’ll plan and deliver engaging instruction, assess progress, and collaborate with employers to reflect current industry needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Brickwork, Painting & Decorating, Tiling or Plastering with substantial industry experience.
• Assessor Award and TAQA Level 4/IQA qualification required.
• Teaching qualification, HNC/Degree in Construction and CSCS/SSSTS/SMSTS qualifications would be advantageous.
• Welsh language skills welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess high-quality, practical training across a range of construction trades up to Level 3.
• Support learners to develop technical skills, confidence, employability and readiness for industry.
• Build positive relationships with learners and employers, helping individuals progress and achieve their goals.
• Contribute current industry knowledge to keep training relevant and engaging.

Skills

Construction experience

Multi-trade knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Student engagement

Education

NVQ Level 3 in construction trades

Assessor Award / TAQA Level 4 or IQA

HNC/Degree in Construction

Job description

Construction Trainer - Multi-Trade (FTC)

Salary: £37,192 - £39,669 (Entry salary) £40,847 - £43,267 (Two years' training experience) £48,041 - £50,941 (PGCE qualified)

Cardiff and Vale College is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality education and training that meets the needs of learners, employers and our communities.

We are looking for an experienced construction professional who is ready to use their industry knowledge to make a real difference to the next generation.

As our Construction Trainer - Multi-Trade, you will deliver engaging, industry-relevant training across areas including Brickwork, Painting & Decorating, Tiling and Plastering, helping learners develop the practical skills, confidence and employability they need to succeed in the construction industry.

About the Role

This is a varied, hands‑on role where you will use your construction experience to inspire and develop learners, delivering high-quality training and assessment both in College and, where appropriate, within the workplace.

You will plan and deliver engaging multi‑trade training, support learners through assessment and progression, and work closely with employers to ensure our provision reflects current industry needs.

Alongside developing learners’ technical abilities, you will help embed essential skills, employability and safe working practices, while monitoring progress and contributing to the continued quality and improvement of our construction provision.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver and assess high‑quality, practical training across a range of construction trades up to Level 3
• Support learners to develop their technical skills, confidence, employability and readiness for industry
• Build positive relationships with learners and employers, helping individuals progress and achieve their goals
• Contribute your current industry knowledge and experience to ensure training remains relevant, engaging and responsive to the construction sector

About You

You’ll bring strong, practical construction experience and the ability to share your knowledge in a way that motivates and supports others.

You will have a minimum NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, in a relevant construction trade such as Brickwork, Painting & Decorating, Tiling or Plastering, together with significant industry experience.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring experience across multiple construction trades, alongside advanced construction knowledge and strong health and safety awareness.

An Assessor Award and TAQA Level 4/IQA qualification are required, A teaching qualification, HNC/Degree in Construction and relevant CSCS/SSSTS/SMSTS qualifications would also be advantageous.

Most importantly, you’ll be organised, approachable and passionate about helping learners develop the skills they need to build successful careers in the construction industry.

Welsh language skills are welcomed, and support is available for those willing to learn.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take the experience and skills you have developed within the construction industry and use them to directly influence and develop its future workforce.

You’ll join a supportive College environment where your industry expertise is valued and where you can play a key role in helping learners gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to progress into successful careers.

Additional Information

This position is offered on a fixed‑term basis in line with the current funding arrangements for the programme, ending 2nd July 2027

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up‑to‑date DBS check has been received. The College’s Procedure for the Suitability of Ex‑Offenders for Employment is available upon request.

Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.

Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.

These checks form part of our pre‑employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.