Overview
As a Technician Trainer, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality training and practical support to learners at all levels. You'll work closely with lecturing staff, guiding students through their practical activities, developing their confidence, and ensuring a safe, well-organised workshop environment.
Responsibilities
* Providing practical training, coaching and underpinning knowledge to learners on plumbing programmes.
* Assessing student competence and supporting progress through tutorials, workshops and practical observations.
* Supervising students in the workshop, ensuring safe and effective learning at all times.
* Maintaining tools, equipment and stock levels, organising stores, and undertaking minor repairs where needed.
* Supporting the delivery of accredited programmes and assisting lecturing staff during practical sessions.
* Keeping workshop spaces clean, safe and well organised, and completing relevant administration.
* Participating in risk assessments, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety (including COSHH).
* Supporting learners and colleagues with specialist equipment and First Aid (training provided).
* Contributing positively to team culture, planning processes, and college events such as open evenings.
Qualifications
* Level 2 qualification in a relevant plumbing discipline
* GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
* Experience working in the plumbing industry
* Strong communication skills and confidence supporting young people
* Excellent organisation, record-keeping and problem-solving skills
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusive learning
* Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a team
* Good IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
* Desirable: Level 3 plumbing qualification
* Experience teaching, training or mentoring others
* Experience supervising students or apprentices
* Minor maintenance experience
* Good plumbing practical skills
If you don't yet have teaching, First Aid or Health & Safety qualifications - don't worry. We will support you to achieve these.
Why Join Peterborough College?
* A friendly, collaborative environment with a strong team ethos
* Excellent pension with the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave
* Investment in your professional development, including funded training
* The chance to help shape the future workforce in a rewarding, people-focused role
IEG benefits: IEG offers many good employment benefits including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, as well as Christmas close down, access to the Local Government Pension scheme, and many on-site benefits and facilities, including a gym, free on-site parking and on-site nursery (Peterborough only). We also offer many training and development opportunities.
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