Gas Trainer

Realise UK; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

25 days holiday + public/bank holidays

Birthday and Christmas Eve leave

Career progression and development

Modern training facilities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Smart Energy Training, part of Realise Training Group, is seeking a Gas Trainer at its Lutterworth centre. The role suits experienced gas engineers moving into education, with support for teaching skills and career progression.

You will deliver high-quality gas training, plan lessons, assess learners, and maintain records while staying current with industry standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong gas industry experience in heating systems.
• Passion for developing and supporting the next generation of engineers.
• Confident communication and presentation skills.
• Learner-centered approach with patience and support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training to gas apprentices and learners.
• Plan and deliver structured lessons aligned with qualification standards.
• Support learners through practical workshops and classroom learning.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help learners succeed.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate learner records and documentation.
• Collaborate with employers and internal teams to support progress.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and gas safety standards.

Skills

Gas engineering experience

Teaching and training

Communication skills

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Plumbing qualifications

Teaching qualifications (AET/DET/PGCE/TAQA)

Job description

Are you an experienced gas engineer ready to pass on your knowledge and inspire the next generation of tradespeople? This is your opportunity to step into a rewarding training role and make a real impact.

At Smart Energy Training, part of the Realise Training Group, we deliver high-quality training and apprenticeships across plumbing, gas, electrical, and renewable sectors - and we're growing. We're looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Gas Trainer to join our team at our training centre in Lutterworth.

Whether you're already a trainer or a skilled gas engineer looking to step away from the tools and into education, we'll support you to transition into a training career and develop your teaching skills.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training to gas apprentices and learners
• Plan and deliver structured lessons aligned with qualification standards
• Support learners through practical workshop sessions and classroom learning
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help learners succeed
• Assess learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Maintain accurate learner records and documentation
• Work closely with employers and internal teams to support learner progress
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Keep up to date with industry developments and gas safety standards

What we're looking for

• Strong industry experience in gas engineering and heating systems
• A passion for developing and supporting the next generation of engineers
• Confident communication and presentation skills
• A supportive, patient, and learner-focused approach
• Renewable energy experience (e.g. heat pumps, solar thermal, low-carbon technologies)
• Plumbing qualifications or broader smart energy experience
• Teaching and/or assessing qualifications (AET, DET, PGCE, TAQA or equivalent) - training can be provided

Salary and benefits

• Up to £44,000 plus bonus (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• 37.5 hours per week (typically Monday to Friday)
• 25 days' holiday plus public and bank holidays, Birthday and Christmas Eve leave
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Modern, well-equipped training facilities
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on apprentices entering the plumbing and gas industries

About Us

• Smart Energy Training delivers specialist training across gas, plumbing, electrical, renewable energy and smart technologies to help develop the skilled workforce of the future.
• We combine industry expertise with a passion for developing people through high-quality training, apprenticeships and workforce development programmes.
• Our mission is simple: to deliver outstanding training that equips learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
• We promote the wellbeing of our learners and employees and are fully committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and fulfilling our Prevent Duty obligations.
• All successful applicants will undergo a DBS and online search check at offer stage. Proof of qualifications and Right to Work in the UK is required.
• Smart Energy Training is proud to be part of Realise Training Group, which has been delivering exceptional training for over 35 years. Together, we support thousands of learners every year across the UK and are proud to be part of the AQA charity group.