Technical Skills Coach – Plumbing & Gas
? Location: Slough & Langley area, Berkshire
? Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
? Salary: £41,096 – £44,165 (dependent on experience & qualifications)
? Closing Date: 4th June 2026
About the Role
An established education provider in the Berkshire area is seeking a Technical Skills Coach in Plumbing & Gas to join their Apprenticeships team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support and mentor apprentices, helping them develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to succeed in their careers and achieve their End Point Assessments.
You will manage a caseload of apprentices, working closely with both learners and employers to monitor progress, provide guidance, and ensure a high-quality training experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Coach and mentor Plumbing & Gas apprentices throughout their learning journey
- Conduct regular progress reviews with learners and employers
- Track development using e-portfolios and digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams
- Ensure compliance with funding, audit, and quality standards
- Support apprentices in achieving timely completion and successful assessments
About You
- Level 3 qualification in Plumbing & Heating (essential)
- Gas qualifications (CCN1 and CENWAT)
- Assessor Award (CAVA/A1) or willingness to work towards
- Experience supporting apprentices or learners in a training/education setting
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- A teaching qualification or curriculum delivery experience (desirable)
You’ll be a proactive, flexible, and methodical professional with a genuine passion for developing others.
What’s on Offer
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (approx. 24% employer contribution)
- Free on-site parking
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to subsidised courses and development programmes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family-friendly policies supporting work-life balance
- Health & wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym membership and counselling support
- On-site facilities including café and additional staff perks
Additional Information
- Interviews will be held on a rolling basis – early applications are encouraged
- The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners
- All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks
If you’re passionate about supporting apprentices and want to make a real impact in further education, we’d love to hear from you.
Dean Whitewood
Director of Education
