Plumbing Instructor
Department: Construction
Salary: £27,350 to £31,590 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2342 | Closing Date: Sunday, 4th January 2026
The Opportunity
Is this the time for you to pass on your skills and knowledge to the next generation.
We are looking for a trained industry professional with experience of the Plumbing and Heating industry to join our highly skilled teaching team as an Instructor. This is a brand-new exciting role within our Construction team supporting student growth and development within our growing apprenticeship provision. As our new Plumbing Instructor, you will perform and support practical competence skills-based training to apprentices in the workshop setting. You will also support practical skills-based training by providing skills-based support.
Our new Instructor will support the building service engineers of the future to ensure competency in a range of practical activities using industry standard materials and methods to complete projects relevant to traditional and modern-day situations, including low carbon and renewable energy technologies.
About You
You will be part of our established delivery team, supporting all aspects of the Plumbing and Heating curriculum. Your role will include delivering independent sessions and working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure practical lessons are delivered effectively and meet college standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industry professional who is ready to take the next step into education and develop a rewarding career within our Construction Department. We provide dedicated support and staff development at every stage, regardless of your experience level. You will have the chance to gain teaching and assessing qualifications, with clear internal progression opportunities as they become available.
Barnsley College is committed to delivering high-quality education in state-of-the-art facilities. In this role, you will be based at our CUBE Construction Centre on the Honeywell Campus, a modern learning environment equipped with the latest technology used in the construction industry.
Required
• Relevant Level 3 qualification in subject specialism
• Level 3 Assessor Award (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 4 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Level 2/GCSE maths and English qualifications (C or above) or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within the construction industry
• Ability to train and develop students with the required knowledge, skills and behaviours
• Ability to make use of appropriate IT and systems
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short- and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 4th January 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
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.