Plumbing and Gas Tutor/coach
2 days ago
Romford
JOB DESCRIPTION Plumbing and Gas Coach (Full-Time) 📍 Barking & Dagenham College 💷 Salary: £39,319.00 – £41,521.00 per annum 📅 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent ABOUT THE ROLE Barking & Dagenham College is seeking a skilled and passionate Plumbing and Gas Coach to join our Construction and Engineering department. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, training, and assessment to learners pursuing qualifications in plumbing and gas installation. You will play a key role in developing learners’ technical skills, industry knowledge, and employability, ensuring they are fully prepared for successful careers within the plumbing and gas sector. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Deliver engaging and effective teaching sessions in Plumbing and Gas qualifications (Level 1–Level 3 or equivalent)., • Plan, prepare, and assess learning activities in line with awarding body standards., • Coach and mentor learners to develop practical skills in plumbing installation, maintenance, and gas safety., • Support learners in achieving qualifications, including NVQs and apprenticeships., • Carry out workplace assessments and progress reviews for apprentices where required., • Ensure all training complies with current Gas Safe regulations and industry standards., • Maintain accurate learner records, tracking progress, attendance, and achievement., • Promote health and safety practices within workshops and training environments., • Work closely with employers, industry partners, and internal teams to support learner success., • Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of teaching delivery., • Support learners with career development, employability skills, and progression routes. PERSON SPECIFICATION – REQUIREMENTS To be considered for the role of Plumbing and Gas Coach, candidates must meet the following essential criteria: ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS • Hold a Level 3 qualification in Plumbing & Gas (or equivalent industry-recognised qualification)., • Hold a Level 3 Assessor qualification (e.g. CAVA, A1, or equivalent Assessors Award)., • Possess a recognised qualification in coaching or mentoring., • Demonstrable industry experience in plumbing and gas installation, maintenance, or related trades., • Proven experience working within a training provider, FE college, or apprenticeship setting, delivering training and/or assessing apprentices., • Strong understanding of apprenticeship frameworks, assessment standards, and competency-based learning., • Ability to assess learners in both workshop and real workplace environments., • Full UK driving licence, with willingness to travel to employer sites and apprentice workplaces. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS • Hold a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, DET, CertEd, or equivalent)., • Experience delivering or supporting vocational education and training programmes in Further Education., • Familiarity with Ofsted standards, quality assurance processes, and apprenticeship funding rules., • Experience working closely with employers and industry partners to support learner progression.