Gas Trainer, Cleckheaton

Smart Energy Training; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Sick pay

Birthday and Christmas Eve leave

25 days holiday

Job summary

Smart Energy Training is hiring a Gas Trainer in Redditch to deliver engaging training to gas apprentices and short course learners, plan structured lessons, and support learners through practical and classroom sessions. The role offers progression opportunities and modern facilities.

We welcome experienced gas engineers transitioning into education, with training provided. Expect a collaborative team, industry updates, and a focus on safety and quality across renewable and traditional gas

Qualifications

• Strong industry experience in gas engineering and heating systems.
• Passion for developing and supporting the next generation of engineers.
• Confident communication and presentation skills.
• Teaching and/or assessing qualifications (AET, DET, PGCE, TAQA or equivalent) - training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training to gas apprentices and MLP short course 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.

Skills

Gas engineering experience

Teaching/mentoring skills

Communication skills

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

AET

DET

PGCE

TAQA

Job description

We're hiring: Gas Trainer for Smart Energy Training

Job Title: Gas Trainer - Smart Energy Training
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £42,000 + bonus (dependent on experience & qualifications)

About you

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, 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 expert team in Redditch.

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 MLP short course 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

• Salary up to£42,000plus performance bonus
• 37.5 hours per week (typically Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm)
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Modern, well-equipped training facilities
• Opportunity to move into renewable and smart energy training over time
• Make a lasting impact on the future gas and energy workforce

As part of the Realise Training Group, you'll also benefit from:

• 25 days' holiday plus public and bank holidays, Birthday and Christmas Eve leave
• Life insurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

At Smart Energy Training, we're proud of our learner-first culture and commitment to high-quality vocational education. With strong growth plans and increasing demand across plumbing, gas, and renewable sectors, this is an exciting time to join us. Whether you're an experienced trainer or a skilled tradesperson ready to transition into education, we'll support you to build a rewarding long-term career helping shape the future workforce.