Plumbing Instructor

Barnsley College; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Plumbing Instructor to join its Construction team. This role involves teaching practical skills to apprentices in a modern, state-of-the-art learning environment. Candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in plumbing and have experience in the industry. The position offers opportunities for professional development, including gaining teaching qualifications. This role is based at the CUBE Construction Centre and emphasizes high-quality education alongside supporting the growth of future building service engineers.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum of 3 years' experience within the construction industry.
• Willingness to achieve Level 3 Assessor Award and Level 4 teaching qualification.
• Relevant qualifications in plumbing and heating are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support practical skills-based training to apprentices.
• Deliver independent sessions and collaborate with colleagues.
• Ensure lessons are delivered effectively and meet college standards.

Skills

Relevant Level 3 qualification in subject specialism

Ability to train and develop students

Ability to make use of IT systems

Education

Level 3 Assessor Award

Level 4 teaching qualification

Level 2/GCSE maths and English qualifications (C or above)

Job description

Plumbing Instructor

Department: Construction
Salary: £27,350 to £31,590 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2342 | Closing Date: Sunday, 4th January 2026

The Opportunity

Is this the time for you to pass on your skills and knowledge to the next generation.
We are looking for a trained industry professional with experience of the Plumbing and Heating industry to join our highly skilled teaching team as an Instructor. This is a brand-new exciting role within our Construction team supporting student growth and development within our growing apprenticeship provision. As our new Plumbing Instructor, you will perform and support practical competence skills-based training to apprentices in the workshop setting. You will also support practical skills-based training by providing skills-based support.
Our new Instructor will support the building service engineers of the future to ensure competency in a range of practical activities using industry standard materials and methods to complete projects relevant to traditional and modern-day situations, including low carbon and renewable energy technologies.

About You

You will be part of our established delivery team, supporting all aspects of the Plumbing and Heating curriculum. Your role will include delivering independent sessions and working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure practical lessons are delivered effectively and meet college standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industry professional who is ready to take the next step into education and develop a rewarding career within our Construction Department. We provide dedicated support and staff development at every stage, regardless of your experience level. You will have the chance to gain teaching and assessing qualifications, with clear internal progression opportunities as they become available.
Barnsley College is committed to delivering high-quality education in state-of-the-art facilities. In this role, you will be based at our CUBE Construction Centre on the Honeywell Campus, a modern learning environment equipped with the latest technology used in the construction industry.

Required

• Relevant Level 3 qualification in subject specialism
• Level 3 Assessor Award (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 4 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Level 2/GCSE maths and English qualifications (C or above) or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within the construction industry
• Ability to train and develop students with the required knowledge, skills and behaviours
• Ability to make use of appropriate IT and systems

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 4th January 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.