Plumbing and Gas Apprenticeship Lecturer
Application Deadline: 13 May 2026
Department: Apprenticeships
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Liverpool
Compensation: £34,789 - £48,394 / year
Description
To deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment that enables apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for successful completion of the Plumbing & Gas apprenticeship standards.
The postholder will ensure high quality delivery of both the technical certificate and the on site portfolio, maintaining full compliance with awarding organisation and EQA requirements, while driving timely achievement and high professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging and inclusive lessons that stretch and challenge all apprentices, both in the classroom and workshop environments
- Deliver the technical certificate and practical training to a consistently high standard, ensuring clear sequencing and progression of learning
- Integrate theory, practical skills, and behaviours to reflect real industry practice
- Use a wide range of teaching strategies and adaptive approaches to meet individual learner needs
- Embed English, maths, digital skills and British values meaningfully within teaching
- Create a positive, professional learning environment that promotes high expectations, respect and industry standards
- Assess apprentice work rigorously and consistently in line with awarding body requirements
- Maintain accurate, timely and auditable records to meet EQA and internal quality assurance requirements
- Track apprentice progress closely, identifying gaps early and implementing targeted interventions
- Contribute to high achievement rates and timely success, minimising withdrawals and breaks in learning
- Prepare apprentices effectively for End Point Assessment (EPA)
- Actively participate in progress reviews with apprentices and employers, ensuring:
- Work collaboratively with Skills Development Coaches to ensure aligned delivery of on- and off-the-job training
- Support the planning and delivery of off-the-job training in line with apprenticeship funding rules
- Build strong relationships with employers to ensure training meets industry and workplace needs
- Set and maintain high professional expectations for apprentice attendance, behaviour, punctuality and work quality
- Model industry-standard behaviours and safe working practices at all times
- Promote a culture of aspiration, accountability and continuous improvement within the department
- Challenge underperformance constructively and consistently
- Contribute to curriculum planning, design and sequencing to ensure high-quality apprenticeship provision
- Engage in self-assessment, quality improvement planning and deep dives
- Respond positively to lesson observations, learning walks and feedback, demonstrating continuous improvement
- Keep up to date with industry developments, regulations and technologies within plumbing and gas
- Contribute to the college's strategic objectives and apprenticeship provision growth
- Participate in open evenings, employer events and recruitment activities
- Support cross-college activities such as enrolment and assessment periods
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, Prevent, health & safety, GDPR and all college policies
- Engage fully in continuing professional development
Key Expectations
- Outstanding teaching is the core priority of this role
- All apprentices make good or better progress
- High achievement and timely completion rates are maintained
- Full compliance with funding and awarding body requirements is achieved
- Apprentices demonstrate professional behaviours aligned to industry expectations
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential
- Relevant plumbing and gas qualification (Level 3 or above)
- Assessor qualification (e.g. CAVA)
- Significant industry experience in plumbing and gas engineering
- Experience of delivering or assessing apprenticeships or vocational programmes
- Strong understanding of:
- Apprenticeship standards and KSBs
- Technical certificate and on site portfolio requirements
- EQA and quality assurance processes
- Ability to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Commitment to high standards, learner progress and timely achievement
- Willingness to work towards a recognised teaching qualification (if not already held)
Desirable
- Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed)
- Internal Quality Assurance qualification
- Gas Safe registration (where applicable)
- Experience with plumbing/gas qualifications
- Experience preparing apprentices for End Point Assessment
- Experience in Building Services Engineering Craftsperson
Benefits
60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day.
Pension Scheme: Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of up to 24%.
Employee Benefits Platform: access to discounts and perks for supermarkets, fashion retailers, tech stores, travel, cinema, leisure, Cycle to Work Scheme, etc.
Health and Wellbeing: Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support 24/7. Online wellbeing portal and Wisdom App. Free eye test through voucher scheme with Specsavers. Free flu vaccinations.
Travel: Interest free loans for Merseytravel and Merseyrail annual travel passes.
Flexible Working: options depending on business need to support work life balance.
Professional Development: formal and informal opportunities to sharpen skills and advance career.
College Benefits: sports and fitness facilities free of charge to staff, discounted hair and beauty treatments, staff discount at Academy Restaurant.
Please note: This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
