Plumbing Teacher/Assessor

Abingdon and Witney College; Bicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Abingdon and Witney College invites experienced Plumbers or Gas Engineers to join the Bicester Construction Skills Centre as trainers and assessors. The role focuses on delivering practical and theory training to level 3 apprentices in classrooms and workshops, coupled with industry-aligned assessments and field training.

We welcome professionals with significant Plumbing/Gas experience, and a passion for teaching the next generation in a high-quality training environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to a Level 3 NVQ / Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating (e.g. City & Guilds 8202, 6189, 9289 or equivalent).
• Significant industry experience in Plumbing/Gas trades.
• Strong practical skills and up‑to‑date industry knowledge.
• Enthusiasm for developing others and sharing professional expertise.
• A passion for teaching the next generation of plumbing and gas trade professionals.
• Experience teaching in a post-16 college environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory‑based training to level 3 apprentices in classrooms and workshops.
• Support learners to develop essential workplace behaviours, including punctuality, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Carry out training/assessments in the workplace to ensure competence and progress.
• Contribute to a positive, professional learning environment that mirrors real‑world industry standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high‑quality provision and learner outcomes.

Skills

Teaching

Workshop delivery

Gas & plumbing

Communication

Team collaboration

Post-16 teaching

Education

Level 3 NVQ / Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating

Job description

Are you an experienced Plumber or Gas Engineer looking to pass on your skills to the next generation? Or are you an established Plumbing & Heating, Gas, or HVAC Lecturer or Assessor seeking a new opportunity in a high‑quality training environment?

Whichever you consider yourself, it would be great to hear from you.

The Bicester Construction Skills Centre is designed specifically for apprentices, existing tradespeople, and employers. It offers a professional environment that feels much more like a workplace than a traditional college. Our Blue Flame Accredited Gas Centre delivers Gas Safe qualifications alongside our apprenticeship provision, supported by modern workshops, state‑of‑the‑art equipment, and industry‑standard materials.

You’ll be joining a small, enthusiastic, and highly committed team that genuinely understands the industry and the skills employers value most.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical and theory‑based training to level 3 apprentices in classrooms and workshops.
• Support learners to develop essential workplace behaviours, including punctuality, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Carry out training/assessments in the workplace to ensure competence and progress.
• Contribute to a positive, professional learning environment that mirrors real‑world industry standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high‑quality provision and learner outcomes.

Skills and Experience

We welcome applications from both experienced industry professionals and qualified lecturers.

• Qualified to a Level 3 NVQ / Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating (e.g. City & Guilds 8202, 6189, 9289 or equivalent).
• Significant industry experience in Plumbing/Gas trades.
• Strong practical skills and up‑to‑date industry knowledge.
• Enthusiasm for developing others and sharing professional expertise.
• A passion for teaching the next generation of plumbing and gas trade professionals.
• Experience teaching in a post-16 college environment.