Lecturer - Plumbing

South Hampshire College Group • Full-time • Eastleigh, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom • £35,537 - £44,458 / year • 9h ago

Care to Join Us?

Are you an experienced plumbing professional looking to share your skills and support learners in developing their careers in the construction industry? Eastleigh College is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Plumbing.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine teaching and assessing, helping learners develop the practical skills, technical knowledge and workplace behaviours needed for success within the plumbing industry.

About the Role

As a Lecturer in Plumbing, you will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across our plumbing programmes. You will support students throughout their learning journey, both in the classroom and workshop environment, ensuring they achieve their qualifications and progress into employment, apprenticeships or further study.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, carrying out assessments, monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback to help learners achieve their full potential.

Generous annual leave
Enhanced employer pension contribution
Learning & Development opportunities
Access to a Health Care Plan.

Duties:

Deliver teaching across Plumbing / Gas course, including theory and practical teaching.
Plan, prepare and assess learning, including marking, feedback, tutorials and pastoral support.
Act as Course Leader for designated programmes, overseeing delivery, assessment schedules, quality processes and student progress.
Support learner progression towards full occupational competence and successful End Point Assessment.
Maintain accurate records including attendance, performance, destinations and awarding‑body requirements.
Organise work placements and liaise with employers, parents/carers and external bodies.
Contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance, self‑assessment and continuous improvement.
Participate in college events such as open evenings, careers events and school liaison.
Maintain professional competence through CPD, appraisal, and participation in teaching observations.

Experience

Strong teaching and delivery skills across Plumbing/Gas courses at Levels 1–3.
Experience delivering practical and theory sessions
Ability to design schemes of work, assessment plans and course documentation.
Experience supporting learners through tutorials, pastoral care, and progress reviews.
Familiarity with awarding‑body requirements, assessment standards and quality processes.
Competence in managing course administration including enrolment, registers, data returns and reporting.
Ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team and with cross‑college services.
Experience engaging with employers and supporting work placements.

Qualifications

Minimum GCSE Grade 4 / C or Equivalent Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English.
Minimum level 3 NVQ qualification in the relevant area of expertise (Plumbing/Gas).
Level 5 Teaching qualification (or commitment to achieving this in the required timeframe)
Assessor and Moderator/IQA Award
Relevant degree and/or appropriate level professional qualifications

Ideal Attributes:

Learner‑centred approach with a commitment to high‑quality teaching and support.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and ability to motivate diverse learners.
Positive team contributor who embraces collaboration and continuous improvement.
Professional, reliable and safety‑focused with strong industry values.
Adaptable and proactive in responding to curriculum changes and learner needs

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

South Hampshire College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment practices follow safer recruitment guidance, including enhanced DBS checks, online checks, and thorough pre employment vetting. We value equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.