Plumbing Tutor - Orpington

Location: JTL Training Centre Orpington 

Working pattern/hours: Full time, 35 hours per week.

Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on skills and experience.

About JTL

JTL is one of the largest work-based training providers in England and Wales. We work with over 8,000 learners and more than 3,000 employers across England and Wales in more than 100 locations. We are an Ofsted recognised Good provider and a registered charity, meaning every penny JTL receive is reinvested into the training we offer.

About the role

Job Purpose:

Responsible for delivering high quality teaching and learning in all aspects and pathways of the PMES theoretical and practical syllabus for City & Guilds at Level 3.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Teach both theoretical and practical subjects at Level 3 in line with awarding body requirements.
• Assess apprentices’ course work as required by the relevant awarding bodies.
• Maintain accurate records on attendance, punctuality and progress, preparing regular reports and liaising with the relevant Training Officer regarding course progress, disciplinary and pastoral issues.
• Advise regarding the need for materials and equipment as required by the course syllabus, ensuring sufficient stocks are available for teaching and workshop activities.
• Supervise training activities ensuring that control and apprentice discipline is of the highest standard.
• Responsible for the welfare and safety of apprentices always.
• Co-operate with internal and external inspection bodies, responding to any reasonable request for information required.
• Actively engage in other such duties, under the discretion of the Training Centre Manager, as and when necessary.
• Give support and guidance to apprentices through each year of their apprenticeship, as necessary, supporting Framework completion within the given timeframes.
• Ensure that the pastoral relationship with the apprentice actively safeguards and promotes their welfare.
• Proactively engage in customer focus, responding to any training needs/queries/issues raised by employers, apprentices or related parties in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete all required administration documents following contractual guidelines and within given timeframes.
• Maintain good working relationships with external parties assisting with industry events and committees when required
• Maintain an awareness of developments in field of expertise ensuring professional knowledge is always up-to-date.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

• Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing, Plumbing NVQ3 or equivalent
• Relevant gas qualification and experience
• Certificate in Education or equivalent teaching qualification
• Proven on-the-job experience
• Good Presentation Skills
• Good IT Skills
• Verifiable post qualification plumbing experience within a mechanical services organisation Understanding of Further Education.

Desirable:

• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (IOSH Managing Safely)
• Assessor qualifications (D32, D33, A1 or TAQA)
• Internal Verifier qualifications (D34, V1 or TAQA)
• Working knowledge of the Contracting Industry / Building and Services Industry

Our Safeguarding Commitment

JTL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all its employees to share this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

At JTL, we believe in nurturing not only our apprentices, but also our employees. We offer a rewarding career path & excellent benefits. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be subject to Social Media checks.

Ready to make a difference and build a fulfilling career? Apply today!