Trainer/Assessor in Carpentry & Joinery

Iris Recruitment; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Paid Christmas shutdown

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

PD & teaching qualifications support

Additional perks - discounted meals &

Job summary

Iris Recruitment is partnering with Cross College to recruit a dedicated Trainer/Assessor in Carpentry & Joinery. This permanent, full-time role delivers engaging training in workshop and workplace settings, with the aim of developing high-quality practical skills in apprentices.

You will support learners, maintain safe workshop environments, contribute to curriculum development, and progress alongside a strong benefits package including pension, leave and professional development.

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.
• 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

Site carpentry & joinery experience

Mentoring & coaching

Strong communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Site Carpentry/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 our client 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

Please note:

Safer Recruitment

Our client 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.

Closing date: 14th October 2026

Shortlist date: 15th October 2026

Interview date: TBC