Lecturer in Plumbing
- Cambridge
- £28,385-41,782 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Cambridge FE College | Construction & Building ServicesAbout the Role - Lecturer in PlumbingWe are delighted to represent Cambridge FE College in their search for an inspiring and experienced Plumbing Lecturer to join their Construction & Building Services department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled plumbing professional to shape the future of the industry by delivering high-quality education to the next generation of plumbers.As a Plumbing Lecturer, you'll deliver inspirational teaching across a range of programmes to learners of varying ages and abilities. You'll play a key role in course design, programme development, and the continued expansion of this thriving department.Key ResponsibilitiesTeaching & Learning:
- Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across plumbing programmes
- Provide inspirational education to learners with diverse ages and abilities
- Create and maintain teaching materials, handouts, assignments, and electronic resources
- Prepare comprehensive Schemes of Work and Assessment
- Integrate Maths & English into the vocational curriculum
- Conduct moderation, assessment, and verification activities
- Act as course tutor, supporting learners to achieve their targets
- Track and review student progress, maintaining detailed records
- Provide regular feedback to students, parents/guardians, and employers
- Arrange and support work placement programmes
- Contribute to course design and programme development
- Assist in recruitment and admission of new students
- Attend internal and external promotional events
- Participate in course team reviews and curriculum development initiatives
- Liaise with Awarding Body representatives and External Verifiers
- Develop and maintain strong industrial links within the plumbing sector
- Stay current with industry trends and technological advances
- Contribute to the expansion of the department's industry connections
- Minimum Level 3 vocational qualification in Plumbing
- GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
- Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)
- Substantial, recent and relevant industrial experience in plumbing
- Proven track record in the plumbing industry with up-to-date knowledge
- Current Health & Safety knowledge for the plumbing industry
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to motivate people of all ages and abilities
- Flexible and responsive approach to change
- Professional appearance and outlook
- High-level IT skills for creating teaching resources
- Flexibility for evening and weekend work when required
- Ability to travel independently to other college centres
- Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
- Certificate in Education/PGCE/DTLLS
- Assessor qualifications (A1 or equivalent)
- Internal Verification qualification (V1 or equivalent)
- Recent lecturing, instructing, or training experience
- In-depth knowledge of current plumbing curriculum
- Additional construction/building services related qualifications
- Salary: £28,385 - £41,782 per annum (experience dependent)
- Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme - one of the best in the sector
- Annual Leave: Generous 42 days per annum
- Contract: Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week)
- Location: Cambridge - excellent transport links and vibrant city
- Teaching Qualification Support - We're committed to supporting all teaching staff in achieving formal teaching qualifications where not already held
- Ongoing CPD opportunities and training support
- Access to industry networks and professional development events
- Collaborative working environment with experienced colleagues
- Delivering outstanding education and training
- Supporting student success and progression
- Maintaining strong industry links
- Providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment
- Has extensive hands-on plumbing experience and wants to share their expertise
- Is passionate about developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople
- Can deliver engaging and practical teaching that inspires students
- Understands current industry standards and emerging technologies
- Is committed to continuous professional development
- Has a 'customer first' approach and can effectively deal with challenging situations
- Your plumbing industry experience and expertise
- Your motivation for moving into education
- Examples of how you've trained or mentored others
- Your vision for inspiring the next generation of plumbers