Lecturer & Programme Lead - Plumbing

Job in Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4, England, UK

Listing for: The Supply Register Ltd

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Academic, Adult & Continuing Education, Training Instructor / Specialist, College Lecturer

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31375 - 40912 GBP Yearly GBP 31375.00 40912.00 YEAR

Lecturer & Programme Lead - Plumbing

Salary: £31,375 - £40,912 per annum

The Supply Register Working with Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

We are recruiting two Lecturer & Programme Leads in Plumbing for Sunderland College’s Construction department. If you are an experienced plumber looking for a new challenge where you can pass on your skills and inspire the next generation this could be the perfect opportunity. No previous teaching experience is required – full training and support to gain your teaching qualification will be provided.

Why

Join EPNE?

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
Selected by the Department for Education as one of only 10 Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTECs) in England
Brand‑new HICSA campus, opened in 2025
Small class sizes (typically fewer than 20 learners)
Supportive team with excellent CPD and mentoring

The Role

You will deliver engaging practical and classroom‑based teaching while leading your programme area and supporting learners throughout their journey.

Responsibilities include:

Delivering Plumbing programmes to Further Education students
Supporting learner achievement, attendance and progression
Planning engaging lessons and practical workshops
Contributing to curriculum development and quality assurance
Building positive relationships with employers and industry partners

What We’re Looking For

Level 3 Plumbing qualification
Minimum of three years of hands‑on Plumbing experience
Level 2 Maths and English
A passion for supporting and developing young people

A teaching qualification is not essential. If you do not already hold one, EPNE will fully support you in achieving a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.

An Enhanced DBS will be completed if required.

Benefits

Salary £31,375 - £40,912
Permanent, full‑time (37 hours)
48 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
My Lifestyle employee discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Optional dental plan
Eye care vouchers
On‑site parking

If you’re ready to use your industry experience to shape future tradespeople we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through The Supply Register.

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