Learning Assistant - Plumbing

York College; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 days annual leave

Occupational pension scheme

Free gym membership

Job summary

York College & University Centre is seeking a Plumbing Learning Assistant to join the Construction team. This role suits a qualified plumber who wants to apply industry experience in education, assisting both full‑time students and apprentices with practical skills and career development in plumbing.

You will manage workshops, support lessons and assessments, and ensure high standards of health and safety while preparing training bays and materials for learning sessions.

Qualifications

• Qualified plumber with industry experience and a passion for supporting learners.
• Strong organisational and safety awareness for workshop environments.
• Commitment to high standards in health and safety and student development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain plumbing training workshops and materials.
• Support practical lessons, assessments and skills development activities.
• Prepare training bays, equipment and materials for learning sessions.
• Order and manage workshop consumables and supplies.
• Develop and maintain risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Support delivery of practical training and help apprentices prepare for assessments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Health & safety awareness

Plumbing industry experience

Education

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing

Job description

Learning Assistant - Plumbing

Ref: 2627/028

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £30,572 to £32,586 per annum. Plus generous benefits, including:

• 45 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Plumbing Learning Assistant to join our Construction team. This role is ideal for a qualified plumber who is looking to use their industry experience in a rewarding educational environment. Working closely with teaching staff, you will support both full‑time students and apprentices in developing the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the plumbing industry.

You will be responsible for managing and maintaining the plumbing training workshops, supporting practical lessons, assessments and skills development activities, and preparing training bays, equipment and materials for learning sessions.

The role also includes ordering and managing workshop consumables and supplies, developing and maintaining risk assessments and safe systems of work, and ensuring high standards of health and safety and workshop housekeeping. You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of practical training and helping apprentices prepare for their external assessments.

About You

You will be a qualified plumber with recent industry experience and a passion for supporting the next generation of plumbers. You will be positive, enthusiastic and self‑motivated, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

You will have excellent organisational skills, a commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety, and the confidence to support learners in a practical workshop environment. You will enjoy working with young people and apprentices, building positive relationships and sharing your industry knowledge and experience in a supportive and encouraging manner. You should hold a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing (or an equivalent qualification).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a move from industry into education while remaining closely connected to their trade and helping learners achieve their full potential.

About the College

York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher‑level students studying with us.

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on‑site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.

Please visit our website: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk

Want to know more?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mike Burdett, Curriculum Standards Manager: Construction, at [e-mail] / 01904 770452.

Staff benefits & Important notices

You can find full details on our job vacancies page, just below the current vacancies: Job Vacancies | York College & University Centre. Be sure to explore the range of additional benefits and perks that make York College a brilliant place to work.

Closing date: 12 October 2026 (9am)

Interview date: 19October 2026