Plumbing Lecturer - Cambridge

Randstad Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Welcoming college community

Referral scheme £300 Love2shop

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Plumbing Lecturer to join a progressive Further Education college in Cambridge. You will deliver practical workshop sessions and classroom theory across Levels 1 to 3, taking full academic ownership of sessions and assessments.

Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and a teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards one); industry experience and a clear communication style are essential. A DBS check is preferred.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Plumbing & Domestic Heating.
• Relevant trade experience with strong practical skills.
• Recognized teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Practical & Theoretical Training across Levels 1 to 3 plumbing qualifications.
• Full Academic Ownership: session preparation, practical demonstrations, assessment and feedback.
• Workshop Safety & Standards: maintain health, safety and environmental standards in workshop spaces.
• Industry Alignment: teach pipe bending, jointing techniques, sanitation systems, central heating and water regulations.
• Student Progression: support learners towards apprenticeships or employment.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing

Teaching qualification

Industry experience

Strong communication skills

Enhanced DBS check

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Domestic Heating

Teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd/DTLLS/PTLLS) or assessor qualifications

Job description

Plumbing Lecturer

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term

Salary: £150 - £260 per day (Pay to scale)

Are you an experienced trade specialist or FE educator ready to step into the classroom as a Plumbing Lecturer?

Randstad Education is currently seeking a dedicated Plumbing Lecturer to join a progressive Further Education college in Cambridge. Whether you are an experienced Plumbing Lecturer seeking a fresh environment in Cambridgeshire or an experienced plumbing practitioner looking to transition your industry knowledge into teaching, this role provides an exceptional platform to shape future craftspeople.

You will join a well-resourced construction and building services department equipped with modern workshop bays, working alongside collaborative colleagues to make vocational training practical, engaging, and career-focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Practical & Theoretical Training: As an impactful Plumbing Lecturer, you will plan and deliver practical workshop sessions and classroom theory across Levels 1 to 3 plumbing qualifications.

• Full Academic Ownership: Take responsibility for session preparation, practical demonstrations, student assessment, and constructive feedback to ensure high pass rates and skill mastery.

• Workshop Safety & Standards: Maintain strict health, safety, and environmental standards across all workshop spaces, ensuring tools, pipework rigs, and testing equipment are managed safely.

• Industry Alignment: Teach essential skills including pipe bending, jointing techniques, sanitation systems, central heating systems, and relevant water regulations.

• Student Progression: Support learners of all backgrounds, building their confidence, technical accuracy, and readiness for apprenticeships or industry employment.

Candidate Profile

We are searching for a skilled, safety-conscious Plumbing Lecturer with strong industry knowledge and clear communication skills.

• Holds an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Plumbing & Domestic Heating, alongside relevant trade experience.

• Recognized teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS, or PTLLS) or Assessor qualifications (A1/TAQA) are highly desirable; industry experts willing to work towards a teaching qualification are encouraged to apply.

• Proven track record of working as a Plumbing Lecturer, instructor, or workshop trainer.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical codes and practical techniques clearly.

• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: Pay rates from £150 to £260 per day (pay to scale), paid weekly, alongside access to Randstad's wide-ranging benefit schemes.

• A Welcoming College Community: Work within a supportive Cambridge college environment that prioritises staff well-being, teamwork, and continuous professional development.

• Referral Scheme: Earn a £300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).