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Technical Skills Coach – Plumbing
Location: A well‑regarded further education college in Berkshire
Work Type: Temporary / Contract
Pay: Competitive (PAYE)
Start: Immediate start
Duration: Ongoing temporary cover

The Opportunity
An established further education college in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Technical Skills Coach in Plumbing to support apprenticeship training and EPA (End Point Assessment). This role is ideal for a qualified plumbing practitioner with assessor experience who enjoys working with apprentices and supporting skills development. Your primary responsibility will be assessing and coaching plumbing apprentices through practical skills assessments and ensuring they meet the standards required for completion.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Conducting practical and theoretical assessments in plumbing.
• Providing constructive feedback and coaching to apprentices.
• Supporting learners through EPA preparation and successful completion.
• Collaborating with curriculum teams to uphold assessment quality and compliance.
• Contributing to a supportive learning environment where learners can thrive.

About You

• Recognised assessor qualification.
• Level 3 (or above) in Plumbing.
• Experience assessing apprentices through EPA preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for vocational education.
• DBS clearance up to date (or willingness to update promptly).

What We Offer
Key Benefits for Temporary Contractors:

• Free insurance & healthcare – Personal Accident cover with weekly financial support, plus 24/7 access to a GP and physiotherapy.
• Clear, compliant pay – Transparent PAYE processing, itemised payslips, punctual payments, and real‑time compliance checks.
• Rewards & savings – Discounts at high street retailers, gyms, attractions, motoring and wellbeing services.
• Financial support – Contractor mortgages assistance, financial health checks, income protection, and tax/VAT rebate support.
• Free will writing – No‑cost estate planning with qualified professionals.
• Easy access & support – Mobile app and 24/7 portal, payslip notifications, multi‑channel and multi‑lingual support.
• Extras – Access to sector‑specific training and automatic entry into a monthly prize draw.

Next Steps
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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