Trainer​/Assessor in Plumbing & Heating

Location: Laverstock

Trainer/Assessor in Plumbing & Heating

Location:

Cross College/Salisbury Salary: £31,885 - £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience) Do you have solid experience in the plumbing industry and crave more stability and fulfilment? Or perhaps you're qualified in Plumbing and want to channel your expertise into a career that makes a real difference? If you're ready to step away from demanding site work, this is your chance to enjoy a healthier work-life balance — while passing on your skills to a new generation.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your trade know-how to a team that values your experience, offers long-term security, and gives you the opportunity to shape tomorrow's skilled plumbers.

What We Offer Salary: £31,885 – £40,814 per year (Depending on Skills, Qualifications & Experience) Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Year-Round Employment:
No unpaid breaks between contracts Outstanding Benefits
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme — a strong financial foundation for your future
• 30 days paid annual leave, plus 8 days paid bank holidays
• Paid College closure and wellbeing days — including a 2-week paid Christmas shutdown
• Access to Free On-Site Gyms at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts — savings on retail, tech, travel and leisure
• Cycle-to-Work scheme — an efficient way to save on commuting and stay active
• Professional Development — ongoing training and career-growth opportunities
• Additional Perks — discounted meals, hair & beauty services, exclusive offers on attractions A stable role with benefits that support both your present and future. What You'll Do
• Maintain safe, tidy, and fully equipped plumbing workshops and training spaces
• Lead practical plumbing sessions — teaching real-life installation, repair and maintenance projects
• Guide students in building confidence and gaining vital plumbing trade skills
• Ensure tools, materials and work areas are well maintained and fit for purpose
• Support assessment, feedback and portfolio building as part of student development What You'll Bring
• NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Plumbing / Domestic Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent qualification)
• Gas Safe Registered
• Solid hands-on experience in plumbing installation, maintenance or repair work
• Strong communication skills and a knack for helping others learn and grow
• A passion for quality workmanship and an interest in teaching/training ? Why Choose This Path? Continue using the trade skills you've built up — without:
• Constant heavy lifting or dusty, damp site conditions
• Irregular hours or unpredictable shifts
• Seasonal work gaps or job insecurity Instead, enjoy:
• A secure, permanent position with clear career progression
• A supportive environment where your experience and mentorship truly matter
• Work-life balance that lets you spend time on what counts Make a change that truly matters If you're ready for a more stable, balanced, and rewarding future — and keen to inspire the next generation of tradespeople — we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help build the next generation of skilled plumbers.

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document. Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Safer Recruitment Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in…