Plumbing Assessor - South (London, Kent, Hampshire)Location: Home-based with travel across London, Kent, and occasional trips to HampshireJob Type: Full-time, PermanentHours: 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £39,250 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)About the RoleAre you a fully qualified Plumber, Gas Engineer, Heating & Plumbing Technician, Maintenance Plumber, Commercial Plumber, or Plumbing Supervisor looking to move away from the tools?This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a training officer / assessor role, mentoring apprentices and helping them achieve their full potential. You'll use your practical plumbing experience to guide learners through their journey, ensuring they meet industry standards, achieve qualifications, and develop lifelong careers.As a Plumbing Training Officer / Assessor, you'll manage apprentices across your region, liaise with employers, and support all aspects of assessment, progress tracking, and development. You'll also act as a key point of contact between apprentices, employers, and colleges, ensuring training is delivered effectively and safely.Job PurposeTo deliver high-quality assessment and support services to plumbing apprentices within your designated region, managing caseloads and supporting employers to meet training standards in line with regulatory and awarding body requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesSource new apprentice placements and coordinate college attendance, ensuring employers understand their responsibilities and assessment requirementsCarry out apprentice progress reviews and validate skills gap analyses to confirm correct pathway placementConduct assessments of practical and theoretical evidence against National Occupational Standards (NOS) and awarding body requirementsGive constructive feedback and set SMART development targetsSupport apprentices with evidence submission and portfolio mapping, ensuring timely completionIdentify apprentices at risk of non-completion and arrange appropriate interventionsUndertake pre-End Point Assessment (EPA) training and confirm apprentice readiness at gatewayMaintain professional relationships with employers, external partners, and industry bodiesEnsure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety policies, reporting concerns promptlyMaintain CPD to meet awarding body and assessor standardsRespond professionally to queries or issues raised by employers, learners, or stakeholdersSupport industry events and promote apprenticeship opportunities where requiredComplete administration and reporting accurately and on schedulePerson SpecificationEssential:Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing, Plumbing NVQ3, or equivalentCurrent ACS Gas Qualification or within range for renewalMinimum 2 years post-qualification plumbing experience in mechanical services or building services environmentsGCSE English & Maths (A-C / 9-4) or equivalentDesirable:Assessor qualifications (A1, D32/D33, TAQA)Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely)G3 Qualification - Unvented Hot WaterWater Regulations knowledgeEnergy Efficiency knowledgeIdeal CandidateAre a qualified Plumbing Training Officer / Assessor with strong technical skills and up-to-date industry knowledgeEnjoy teaching, mentoring, and guiding apprentices to achieve successBuild strong relationships with employers, apprentices, and external partnersAre committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality outcomesHave excellent IT, administrative, and organisational skillsPrioritise the safety and welfare of apprentices at all timesWhy Apply?This role is ideal for plumbing professionals who want:A career away from the physical demands of site workStructured working hours with occasional travelThe satisfaction of mentoring and shaping the next generation of plumbersA rewarding role in training, assessment, and industry engagement