Dovetail & Slate
Construction Programme Manager - Plumbing & Carpentry
Construction Programme Manager - Plumbing & Carpentry at Dovetail & Slate, based in South East, paying £41,256 - £49,315 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £41,256 - £49,315 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Plumber
About 7% above the going rate for plumber
Reference 192599
About the role
Construction Programme Manager - Plumbing & Carpentry
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £41,256 – £49,315 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (37 Hours/Week: 18 Teaching Hours + 7 Admin Remission)
Reporting To: Curriculum Director
Role Overview
An established Further Education college group in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Programme Manager in Construction to lead their trade provision. This position combines departmental leadership, staff reviews, and quality improvement with hands-on classroom and workshop delivery split equally (50/50) between Plumbing and Carpentry.
This role is ideal for a Senior Lecturer, Course Leader, or Curriculum Manager with a strong plumbing trade background who can also teach foundational timber/carpentry skills in dedicated college trade workshops.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive implementation, quality assurance, SAR, and QIP processes for the Construction curriculum.
- Deliver 18 contact teaching hours split 50/50 between domestic Plumbing and Carpentry/Joinery modules.
- Manage team performance through staff reviews, tracking student retention, achievement, and EPA outcomes.
- Oversee trade workshops, ensuring strict compliance with H&S, RAMS, COSHH, and tool maintenance.
- Engage with local construction employers to secure work placements and commercial delivery opportunities.
Requirements
- Essential: Level 3 Qualification in Plumbing (NVQ Level 3 / C&G 6035 / C&G 6189 / 5357 or equivalent).
- Essential: Level 4+ Teaching Qualification (DET / PGCE / Cert Ed) or commitment to complete one, plus GCSE Grade C/4+ (or Level 2 equivalent) in Maths & English.
- Desirable: Level 3 Qualification in Carpentry & Joinery, Assessor Award (CAVA/TAQA), and IQA qualification.
Package & Staff Benefits
- Salary: £41,256 – £49,315 per annum
- Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) with an exceptional 28.68% employer contribution
- Holiday: Generous non-working day annual leave entitlement
- Development: Fully funded teaching qualification and structured leadership CPD support
- Perks: Free on-site parking, cycle to work scheme, and subsidised leisure services
Reference: 192599 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 21 Dec 2026 · Listed via Dovetail & Slate
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