Trainer/Assessor in Carpentry & Joinery

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave

Free on-site gym

Cycle-to-Work

Professional development

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Trainer/Assessor in Carpentry & Joinery to deliver high‑quality training in workshop and workplace environments at Chippenham. The role offers up to £40,814 per year, a permanent full‑time contract and strong prospects for professional development.

You will support apprentices and learners, maintain safe workshops, and provide structured feedback to drive progress while upholding industry standards and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Site Carpentry & or Bench Joinery.
• Strong industry experience across site carpentry and/or bench joinery.
• Confident communication skills and a passion for mentoring others.
• A commitment to maintaining high safety, quality and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging carpentry and joinery training and assessment activities in workshop and workplace settings.
• Support apprentices and learners in developing high-quality practical and site-ready skills.
• Maintain safe, compliant and industry-standard workshop environments.
• Provide structured feedback and coaching to support learner achievement and progression.
• Contribute to curriculum development and uphold exceptional standards of craftsmanship.

Skills

Carpentry

Joinery

Mentoring

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery

Job description

Trainer/Assessor in Carpentry & Joinery

Location: Cross College/Chippenham

Salary: up to £40,814 per year

Are you an experienced Carpentry & Joinery Trainer/Assessor looking for a supportive college environment where you can thrive and progress?

Or are you a qualified Carpenter or Joiner ready to build a new chapter in your career — one that offers real purpose and a healthier work-life balance?

Whether you’re already developing apprentices in the workshop or you’re ready to step off the tools and pass on your expertise, this role gives you the best of both worlds.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and become part of a dedicated team shaping the next generation of skilled carpenters and joiners — while enjoying stability, recognition and genuine professional growth.

What We Offer

• Salary: up to £40,814 per year
• Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Year-Round Employment: Secure income every month
• Fantastic Benefits Package
• Local Government Pension Scheme — one of the strongest pensions in the sector
• 30 days paid annual leave + 8 days paid bank holidays
• Paid college closure and wellbeing days — including a 2-week paid Christmas shutdown
• Free on-site gyms at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle discounts on retail, tech, travel & leisure
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Full support for professional development & teaching/assessing qualifications
• Additional perks — discounted meals, salons & exclusive attraction offers

A stable, supportive environment that rewards your expertise.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging carpentry and joinery training and assessment activities in workshop and workplace settings
• Support apprentices and learners in developing high-quality practical and site-ready skills
• Maintain safe, compliant and industry-standard workshop environments
• Provide structured feedback and coaching to support learner achievement and progression
• Contribute to curriculum development and uphold exceptional standards of craftsmanship

What You’ll Bring

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Site Carpentry & or Bench Joinery
• Strong industry experience across site carpentry and/or bench joinery
• Confident communication skills and a passion for mentoring others
• A commitment to maintaining high safety, quality and professional standards

Trainer/Assessor qualifications?

• Already qualified? Brilliant — we’ll value your experience
• Not yet qualified? We’ll fully support you to achieve them

Why This Role?

• Clear progression opportunities, ongoing CPD and autonomy in your teaching
• A collaborative team culture that values craftsmanship and industry knowledge

For trades professionals transitioning from site work:

• Consistent hours, secure contract and genuine job satisfaction
• Less physical strain — more time for family, hobbies and personal wellbeing

Ready to help build the future of the construction workforce?

This is your opportunity to inspire new talent, share your trade expertise, and craft a career that’s as rewarding as it is secure.

Closing Date: 14/10/26

Closing date: 14th October 2026

Shortlist date: 15th October 2026

Interview date: TBC

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.