Lecturer – Plumbing

Inspire Education Group (IEG); Stamford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

On-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Professional development sponsorship

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Inspire Education Group in Stamford seeks an experienced Lecturer – Plumbing to deliver high-quality teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 plumbing programmes. You will plan engaging schemes of work, assess learner progress and support student achievement throughout their learning journey.

The role suits someone with strong plumbing knowledge and a passion for developing people, whether you come from industry or teaching, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Recent and comprehensive experience in the plumbing/construction industry.
• Relevant Level 3/4, HND, degree or professional plumbing qualification.
• Understanding of current developments in plumbing and vocational education.
• Experience of teaching, training, mentoring or supporting learners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Level 1–3 plumbing programmes, adapting to learner needs.
• Plan and develop schemes of work, lesson materials and activities that support learner progress.
• Assess learner work and provide constructive, timely feedback with SMART targets.
• Build positive relationships with learners, offering guidance and support.
• Monitor attendance, progress and achievement, and identify where extra support is needed.
• Contribute to course coordination, curriculum development and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Plumbing industry experience

Learner support

Teaching or mentoring

Education

Level 3/4 plumbing qualification

HND or related qualification

Degree or professional plumbing qualification

Job description

Salary - £29,725 - £37,527 per annum depending on experience & qualifications + MRA

Contract - Permanent

Location - Stamford

Closing Date - 28th October 2026

Inspire the next generation of plumbing professionals

Are you an experienced plumber looking to share your knowledge and expertise with the next generation?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer – Plumbing to join our team and deliver high-quality teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 plumbing programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced industry professional who is passionate about developing learners and helping them achieve their full potential. Whether you already have teaching experience or are an experienced plumber looking to take the next step into Further Education, we would love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing as a Lecturer in Plumbing

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across Level 1-3 plumbing programmes, adapting your approach to meet the needs of different learners.
• Plan and develop engaging schemes of work, lesson materials and learning activities that support learner progress and achievement.
• Assess learner work and provide constructive, timely feedback, setting SMART targets and supporting students to achieve their goals.
• Build positive relationships with learners, providing guidance, encouragement and support throughout their learning journey.
• Monitor attendance, progress and achievement, identifying where additional support or intervention may be required.
• Contribute to course coordination, curriculum development and quality improvement activities.

What we're looking for in our next Lecturer in Plumbing

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical plumbing knowledge with a genuine passion for developing people.

You will ideally have:

• Recent and comprehensive experience working within the plumbing/construction industry.
• A relevant Level 3/4, HND, degree or professional industry qualification in plumbing or a related subject.
• A good understanding of current developments and initiatives within the plumbing and vocational education sector.
• Experience of teaching, training, mentoring or supporting learners is desirable, although we are keen to hear from experienced industry professionals looking to move into teaching.

Why work for IEG?

• Generous Leave: 37 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.