Assessor in Plumbing

Job Title: Assessor in Plumbing (Training Advisor)

Department: Apprenticeships / Construction

Reporting to: Team Leader - Construction

Salary: Up to £34,225 per annum

Annual Leave: 30 days per annum plus statutory Bank Holidays

Contractual Hours: 37 hours per week

Basis: Full-time, Permanent

Pension: NEST Pension Scheme

Location: Middlesbrough College Group (with travel to employer sites as required)

About the Role

We are looking to appoint an Assessor in Plumbing to support apprentices to achieve plumbing qualifications, including full Apprenticeship Standards. The role involves managing a caseload of learners, conducting workplace assessments of knowledge, skills, and behaviours, and guiding learners through to successful completion and End Point Assessment. Inductions and initial assessments are carried out to identify starting points, with individual learning plans developed in collaboration with employers, ensuring clear targets and an understanding of off‑the‑job training requirements.

Working closely with learners, employers, and internal colleagues, the Assessor monitors progress through regular workplace reviews, provides feedback, and helps learners overcome barriers to achievement. The role also contributes to programme performance, quality improvement, and recruitment activity, supporting targets for retention, achievement, and learner numbers. Health and safety compliance, employer risk assessments, curriculum development, and the promotion of a safe, inclusive learning environment are integral to ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified plumber with a passion for developing others and supporting skills development within the construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Plumbing apprentices, supporting them to achieve NVQ qualifications and full Apprenticeship Standards
• Plan and conduct inductions and initial assessments, developing individual learning plans and SMART targets in partnership with employers
• Assess knowledge, skills, and behaviors in the workplace and deliver or assess Functional Skills where required
• Monitor apprentice progress and provide timely feedback and support to promote achievement and retention
• Prepare learners for End Point Assessment
• Build and maintain effective relationships with employers, identifying opportunities to grow provision and recruit learners
• Carry out health and safety risk assessments of employer premises to ensure compliance
• Maintain accurate and timely learner documentation in line with funding and awarding body requirements
• Contribute to quality assurance, self-assessment, and continuous improvement activities
• Promote Middlesbrough College Group services to employers and prospective learners

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential:

• Qualified Plumber with current occupational competence
• GCSE English and Math's at Grade C / Level 4 or above (or equivalent)
• Practical experience within a commercial or industrial plumbing environment
• Strong organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate learners and work independently to meet targets

Desirable:

• TAQA / A1 Assessor qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Internal Verification qualification (V1 / Award in Internal Verification)
• Experience of working with Apprenticeship Standards

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Mark Hall, Associate Director Apprenticeships on m.hall@mbro.ac.uk

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive.

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Targeted Retention Scheme

Eligible FE teachers in their first five years could receive a £2,000–£6,000 Targeted Retention Incentive for teaching key subjects (construction, chemistry, computing/ICT, early years, engineering, maths, physics). Check full criteria and application window on GOV.UK.

Recruitment Process

Applications may be shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to begin interviews and close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Equality & Diversity

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

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