Hands-On Scaffolding Trainer & Mentor

CITB; Erith; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite lunch

All PPE provided

25 days holiday + bank holidays

3 additional days Christmas shutdown

Generous pension scheme (up to 9% of 9

Life assurance (4x salary)

2 paid volunteering days per year

Professional development & funded培训

Employee Assistance Programme

A team that respects you, your trade,

Job summary

CITB South in Erith is seeking a hands-on Vocational Instructor to lead scaffolding and access training for the next generation of skilled workers. You'll deliver practical sessions, ensure site-safe practice, and foster English, maths and digital literacy in learners.

You'll bring at least 10 years of scaffolding experience, CISRS advanced credentials, and Level 3 teaching qualifications, with a passion for mentoring apprentices.

Qualifications

• A minimum NVQ Level 2 in Scaffolding (or equivalent).
• At least 10 years' scaffolding experience, including holding a CISRS Part 2 card or CISRS Advanced Scaffolder for 10 years.
• A Level 3 teaching qualification (or willingness to earn it with our full support).
• Assessor Awards (or commitment to achieve within one year).
• Excellent knowledge of current industry practices.
• Passion, patience, and a genuine desire to teach.
• Level 2 qualification in English and maths or demonstrate proficiency at Level 2+.
• Higher level construction related qualification.
• Level 5 teaching qualification.
• Experience of apprenticeship delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on scaffolding and access training that reflects current site standards.
• Design and deliver practical sessions and theory lessons in line with CITB's gold-standard training.
• Support learners to develop not only technical know-how, but also essential English, Maths, and digital skills.
• Coach, mentor, and inspire learners - many of whom are fresh to the industry.
• Create a safe, supportive, and energetic learning environment.
• Track learner progress and celebrate their success like it's a topped-out scaffold.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Training delivery

Health & Safety knowledge

English & Maths support

Digital skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 Scaffolding (or equivalent)

Level 3 teaching qualification

Assessor Awards

Higher level construction qualification

Level 5 teaching qualification

CISRS Part 2 card / Advanced Scaffolder

Job description

CITB South in Erith is seeking a hands-on Vocational Instructor to lead scaffolding and access training for the next generation of skilled workers. You'll deliver practical sessions, ensure site-safe practice, and foster English, maths and digital literacy in learners.

You'll bring at least 10 years of scaffolding experience, CISRS advanced credentials, and Level 3 teaching qualifications, with a passion for mentoring apprentices.