Plumbing and Gas Trainer / Assessor
Cambridge
£31,110 - £36,157
Full time / permanent
We are looking for an Assessor/Trainer in Plumbing and Gas to join our busy, high‑performing Construction Department. This is a chance to use your industry expertise to shape the next generation of skilled professionals while working in a supportive, forward‑thinking team. You will lead a caseload of apprentices, guiding them through every stage of their programme and helping them build the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to thrive. Your coaching and assessment will play a vital role in ensuring they are fully prepared for a confident, successful End Point Assessment.
What you’ll do
• Deliver engaging, high‑quality training, coaching and support
• Carry out workplace assessments and progress reviews
• Monitor, track and record apprentice progress with accuracy and clarity
• Prepare apprentices thoroughly for End Point Assessment
• Build strong, professional relationships with employers across the region
• Contribute to business development and employer engagement activity
• Keep up to date with industry standards, regulations and Health & Safety
• Maintain clear, comprehensive documentation and records
This role offers agile working, blending on‑site delivery, workplace visits and remote administrative work from home.
What you’ll bring
• A Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Plumbing
• Strong, relevant industry experience
• Assessor and/or IQA qualifications (desirable)
• Experience teaching or assessing (desirable)
• Solid understanding of Apprenticeship Standards and EPA requirements
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Confidence using digital systems and tools
• Flexibility, professionalism and a collaborative approach
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a business‑insured vehicle, or the ability to travel across Cambridgeshire and neighbouring counties
Safeguarding statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
#We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.