Lecturer – Plumbing
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SOC 2312 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, and Inspire Education Group (IEG) is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2312 Further education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
3574 Other vocational and industrial trainers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Salary - £29,725 - £37,527 per annum depending on experience & qualifications + MRA
Hours - 37 hours per week
Contract - Permanent
Location - Stamford
Closing Date – 28th October 2026
Inspire the next generation of plumbing professionals
Are you an experienced plumber looking to share your knowledge and expertise with the next generation?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer – Plumbing to join our team and deliver high-quality teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 plumbing programmes.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced industry professional who is passionate about developing learners and helping them achieve their full potential. Whether you already have teaching experience or are an experienced plumber looking to take the next step into Further Education, we would love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing as a Lecturer in Plumbing
• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across Level 1–3 plumbing programmes, adapting your approach to meet the needs of different learners.
• Plan and develop engaging schemes of work, lesson materials and learning activities that support learner progress and achievement.
• Assess learner work and provide constructive, timely feedback, setting SMART targets and supporting students to achieve their goals.
• Build positive relationships with learners, providing guidance, encouragement and support throughout their learning journey.
• Monitor attendance, progress and achievement, identifying where additional support or intervention may be required.
• Contribute to course coordination, curriculum development and quality improvement activities.
What we're looking for in our next Lecturer in Plumbing
We're looking for someone who combines strong technical plumbing knowledge with a genuine passion for developing people.
You will ideally have:
• Recent and comprehensive experience working within the plumbing/construction industry.
• A relevant Level 3/4, HND, degree or professional industry qualification in plumbing or a related subject.
• A good understanding of current developments and initiatives within the plumbing and vocational education sector.
• Experience of teaching, training, mentoring or supporting learners is desirable, although we are keen to hear from experienced industry professionals looking to move into teaching.
Does this sound like the role for you, apply now!
Why work for IEG?
- Generous Leave: 37 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
- Competitive Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
- Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
- Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
- Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Inspire Education Group (IEG), so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Further education teaching professionals (SOC 2312) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~43k in sample- Middle half £36,712–51,948
- Median £43,056
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