Posted: 19 June
The role
Assessor - Plumbing
Location: Hampshire
Salary: £32,896 - £41,592 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent (37 hours per week)
Are you an experienced Plumbing or Gas professional looking to move into education and support the next generation of skilled tradespeople?
An established Further Education provider in the South of England is seeking a Plumbing Assessor to support apprentices and learners through their training journey, helping them develop the technical skills, knowledge and behaviours required to succeed within the industry.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong industry experience who enjoys mentoring others and wants a rewarding career with excellent benefits, long-term stability and genuine opportunities for professional development.
The Role
You will work closely with apprentices, employers and curriculum teams to support learner achievement across Plumbing and Gas programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering learner inductions and onboarding activities
Providing theory and practical training sessions
Conducting workplace observations, assessments and progress reviews
Monitoring learner progress and maintaining accurate records
Supporting learners to achieve qualification requirements and apprenticeship standards
Providing constructive feedback and coaching to improve performance
Building strong relationships with employers and industry partners
Supporting curriculum development and learning resource creation
Participating in quality assurance activities where appropriate
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Plumbing qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds Advanced Craft or equivalent)
Industry experience within Plumbing and/or Gas
Maths and English at Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent)
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to motivate and support learners of varying abilities
Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems
Salary & Benefits
£32,896 - £41,592 per annum
37 hours per week
35 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous employer pension contribution
Healthcare plan
Ongoing training and professional development
Excellent opportunities to gain teaching and assessing qualifications
Stable and rewarding career within Further EducationThis role would suit an experienced Plumbing Engineer, Gas Engineer, Heating Engineer, Plumbing Supervisor, Assessor or Trainer looking to step into a rewarding education environment while remaining connected to industry.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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