Work-Based Learning Practitioner – Plumbing

Job Summary

Role Title: Work-Based Learning Practitioner – Plumbing

Location: Deeside
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £33,912 - £38,218

Are you ready to shape the next generation of skilled plumbers?

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and self-motivated Work-Based Learning Practitioner to join our dynamic Plumbing team. If you thrive on empowering apprentices to achieve their full potential and have a knack for bringing real-world industry experience into education, this could be your perfect role. This role is Welsh essential, therefore the successful candidate will be willing to learn Welsh through a tailored professional development plan provided by the college.

What you will do:

• Assess and support learners to achieve their qualifications in line with Awarding Organisation requirements.

• Manage a caseload of learners, conducting Training Needs Analyses to ensure they’re on the right path to final end point assessment.

• Facilitate engaging coaching, mentoring, and learning opportunities that help learners succeed.

• Deliver interactive sessions for planning practical project assessments in both one-on-one and small group workshop formats (up to 8 learners).

Must haves:

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Plumbing (or equivalent) and eligibility to join the GasSafe register.

• A commitment to professional development, including working towards:

  An Assessor qualification (TAQA)

  A Quality Assurance qualification (TAQA Unit 401)

  Digital Literacy Level 2

• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (or equivalent) at Grade C (4) or above.

• Solid industry experience and the ability to collaborate with external industry partners.

• Strong digital skills, with confidence using tools like Google Workspace and Microsoft applications.

• Exceptional organisational skills, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Desirable skills and experience

Qualifications or experience in renewable technologies such as solar thermal systems, heat pumps, or rainwater harvesting systems

Welsh skills are essential for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.

We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.

We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery provision at our Deeside site

Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses

Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development

Discounted Gym Membership

Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities

Free Parking on All Sites

Cycle Scheme

Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments

Discounted Rates for Restaurants

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave