Lecturer in Plumbing (on-site)

Lecturer in Plumbing (on-site)

Within the range £30,000 to £44,000 per annum*Starting salary subject to College salary assessment process, plus a market forces supplement of up to £4,383 per annum dependant on qualifications and experience.

35 hours per week, 52 weeks a year (up to 24 teaching hours and 11 preparation and other duties)

Are you keen to share your skills, knowledge and experience with future generations of tradespeople? Would you like a rewarding career in education?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your professional knowledge and expertise through teaching Plumbing related subjects up to Level 3, to a wide range of students.

We are keen to hear from you if you can demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for Plumbing, and have the ability to encourage and inspire others.

To apply, you should have relevant, up-to-date industry expertise and a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a Plumbing related subject. You should also have an Assessor Award and a teaching qualification, or a commitment to achieving both within a specified period.

If you are looking to move into education as part of your career plan, or if you have industry related skills and experience which could be transferable, we offer an excellent level of support to guide you through your training and development and to gain the required qualifications.

We will also offer you a team environment that is committed to giving our students the best experience possible to enable them to work competently and confidently out in industry.

This post is based at Suffolk New College, Ipswich. However Suffolk New College is a multi campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing date

Sunday 21st June 2026 at Midnight

Interview date

Tuesday 30th June 2026

The College reserves the right to close this advert early.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.

The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.

The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.

Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.

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