Trainer and Skills Coach Plumbing

From Pipes to Progress Train the Next Generation of Plumbers

Oaklands College is looking for an experienced plumber whos passionate about the trade and ready to pass their skills on to the next generation. As our Trainer & Skills Coach Plumbing youll train coach and support apprentices helping them develop the skills knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in the industry.

If youre ready to put the tools down in the cold and step into the warmth of the classroom this is a great opportunity to stay active in the trade while enjoying a better work-life balance predictable hours and far less physical strain than site work.

What Youll Be Doing

• Delivering high-quality plumbing training and coaching through face-to-face online and workplace-based sessions.

• Conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers setting targets and ensuring timely completion of apprenticeship standards.

• Assessing apprentices work against required standards and preparing them for their End Point Assessments.

• Developing and delivering engaging workshops group activities and one-to-one coaching tailored to apprentices skill levels.

• Building strong relationships with employers to ensure apprentices gain meaningful on-site experience.

• Embedding best practices around safety equality diversity and sustainability into all learning activities.

Why This Role Might Suit You Better Than Site Work

• No more early mornings in cold wet conditions or unpredictable site work youll spend most of your time in a warm fully equipped plumbing workshop and classroom.

• Regular predictable hours no emergency call-outs weekend plumbing emergencies or weather-related delays.

• Less physical strain perfect if you want to reduce heavy lifting awkward pipe work or long hours on-site while staying active in the trade.

• Use your plumbing expertise not your back mentor apprentices eager to learn real-world plumbing skills.

• A stable long-term career path with opportunities to develop professionally as a trainer assessor or mentor in the plumbing industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Delivering and assessing apprentices skills knowledge and behaviours against plumbing apprenticeship standards.

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all work meets ESFA funding requirements.

• Providing pastoral and academic support to help apprentices overcome challenges.

• Maintaining high-quality apprenticeship delivery in line with Ofsted and awarding-body expectations.

• Working closely with business development and apprenticeship teams to deliver high-quality training.

About You
Were looking for someone who knows the plumbing trade inside out and enjoys helping others develop. Youll be organised a strong communicator and confident sharing your experience.

Youll bring:

• Strong plumbing experience including Gas qualifications and coaching/training experience.

• Relevant teaching or assessor qualification or willingness to work towards one (e.g. PTLLS TAQA A1 Assessor Award).

• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards assessment and End Point Assessment requirements.

• Good organisational and IT skills including experience with e-portfolio systems.

• A supportive learner-focused mindset and commitment to high standards.

Why Join Oaklands College
We offer:

• Generous annual leave.

• Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions.

• Ongoing CPD and free Adult Community Learning courses.

• Free onsite parking.

• Onsite gym and discounted wellness treatments.

• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted UNO Bus travel.

• Eye care vouchers and employee assistance programme.

• Mental health and wellbeing support.

• Staff development days and annual recognition awards.

• Welcome bonus on joining.

Details:

• Hours: 37 per week

• Contract: Permanent

• Pay: per year welcome bonus

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early if we receive high interest. Dont miss your opportunity to help shape the next generation of skilled plumbers.

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